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Still life with Herring, Pot, Jug and Measure, 1908 (oil on canvas)
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Still life with Herring, Pot, Jug and Measure, 1908 (oil on canvas)
650786 Still life with Herring, Pot, Jug and Measure, 1908 (oil on canvas) by Ramsey, Milne (1847-1915); 46.3x61.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23678198
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
102011upload 1908 American Artist American Painting Arranged Artist American Black Color Black Colour Herring Kitchenware Measure Medium Group Medium Group Of Objects Natural Light Nature Morte Order Preparation Ramsey Reflected Reflection Saucepan Seafood Sheet Stilllife White Color Mealtime Milne Positive Concepts
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This still life painting, titled "Still life with Herring, Pot, Jug and Measure" transports us to a bygone era of early twentieth-century kitchenware. Created in 1908 by American artist Milne Ramsey (1847-1915), this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 46.3x61.2 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The composition showcases a medium group of objects meticulously arranged within the frame. The black background serves as an elegant backdrop for the white-colored herring, pot, jug, and measure that take center stage. Bathed in natural light from an unseen source, these items exude a sense of tranquility and order. The close-up perspective allows us to appreciate the intricate details captured by Ramsey's brushstrokes. From the subtle reflections on the shiny surfaces to the delicate textures of each object, every element comes alive under his skilled hand. As we delve deeper into this artwork's narrative, we are reminded of mealtime preparations in days gone by. The presence of fish suggests seafood as part of a culinary tradition while also adding an animalistic touch to nature morte or still life genre. Ramsey's ability to capture light and create depth brings this scene to life despite its lack of human presence. It invites contemplation about time passing and evokes positive concepts associated with nature and wildlife. In this studio shot taken by eChristies Images for Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can admire not only Ramsey's talent but also how art has the power to transcend time through its enduring beauty.
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