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"Pears and grapes on a table"

Juan Gris (i) - 54 x 73 cm - 1913 - (Mr. amd Mrs. Burton Tremaine Collection (United States)) (i) - Synthetic Cubism (i)

About the Painting

Juan Gris's 'Pears and Grapes on a Table' is an exquisite example of Synthetic Cubism, created in 1913. This still life masterpiece features a harmonious arrangement of everyday objects such as pears, grapes, a bottle, a glass, and a newspaper, placed atop a table with a checked tablecloth. The painting is characterized by its geometric shapes, clean lines, and limited color palette, which contribute to the overall sense of balance and harmony.

Juan Gris: A Pioneer of Cubism

Born in Spain as José Victoriano González-Pérez, Juan Gris (1887–1927) was a pioneering artist who played a crucial role in the development and popularization of Cubism. He began his artistic career as a cartoonist and illustrator before moving to Paris in 1906, where he became friends with Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. Gris's early works were influenced by Fauvism and Post-Impressionism, but after encountering Cubism, he began to experiment with the style and eventually developed his own unique approach, which he referred to as 'Synthetic Cubism'.

Synthetic Cubism: A Brief Overview

Synthetic Cubism is a phase of Cubism that emerged around 1912. It is characterized by the use of collage and papier collé techniques, as well as a more simplified and geometric style compared to Analytic Cubism. Synthetic Cubists aimed to create a sense of depth and volume by overlapping various shapes and textures, often incorporating elements from everyday life such as newspaper clippings, sheet music, and other found objects.

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