Cucumber with Leaves

Édouard Manet, c. 1880

This artwork features an abstract composition with fluid, organic shapes. A long, oval form with a soft green hue is present. To its right, dark, broad strokes depict large leaves, with a delicate, winding line extending upwards. A small yellow shape is at the base of the leaves. The minimalist background and subtle use of color create a serene and simple visual impression.
Kunstner
Édouard Manet
Datering
c. 1880
Type
Drawing
Teknik
watercolor and gray wash on Japanese paper
Mål
33.7 × 26 cm
Samling
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licens
Offentligt domæne, CC0

Billedbeskrivelse

This artwork features an abstract composition with fluid, organic shapes. A long, oval form with a soft green hue is present. To its right, dark, broad strokes depict large leaves, with a delicate, winding line extending upwards. A small yellow shape is at the base of the leaves. The minimalist background and subtle use of color create a serene and simple visual impression.

Édouard Manet