Cucumber with Leaves

Édouard Manet, ca. 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.
Kunstenaar
Édouard Manet
Datering
ca. 1880
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
watercolor and gray wash on Japanese paper
Afmetingen
33,7 × 26 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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