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Still Life with Letter to Mr. Clarke, 1879 (oil on canvas mounted on masonite)
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Still Life with Letter to Mr. Clarke, 1879 (oil on canvas mounted on masonite)
3949640 Still Life with Letter to Mr. Clarke, 1879 (oil on canvas mounted on masonite) by Harnett, William Michael (1848-92); 28.3x38.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA, USA; eAddison Gallery of American Art; gift of Harold Clarke Durrell; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22312174
© Addison Gallery of American Art gift of Harold Clarke Durrell / Bridgeman Images
Assemblage Optical Illusion Quill Shelf Trompe L œil Trompe Lœil New York Times
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This print showcases William Michael Harnett's masterpiece, "Still Life with Letter to Mr. Clarke" painted in 1879. The oil on canvas artwork is mounted on masonite and measures 28.3x38.1 cm, currently housed at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, MA. Harnett's attention to detail is evident in this composition, which features an exquisite arrangement of objects including books, a quill pen, and a letter addressed to Mr. Clarke. The artist skillfully captures the texture of marble surfaces and creates an optical illusion that blurs the line between reality and art. The shelf upon which these items are placed seems so tangible that one might be tempted to reach out and touch it. This trompe l'œil technique employed by Harnett adds depth and intrigue to the painting, drawing viewers into its enchanting world. As we admire this still life scene frozen in time, we can't help but imagine the stories behind each object carefully chosen by Harnett. It invites us to ponder who Mr. Clarke might be and what secrets lie within his letter. With its meticulous craftsmanship and clever use of perspective, "Still Life with Letter to Mr. Clarke" stands as a testament to Harnett's mastery of trompe l'œil painting—a genre that continues to captivate audiences even today.
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