French Academic Pastel Still Life of Plums — Circa 1910s–1920s

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A serene and beautifully rendered pastel on paper, depicting a quiet arrangement of ripe plums in various stages of ripeness. … Read more A serene and beautifully rendered pastel on paper, depicting a quiet arrangement of ripe plums in various stages of ripeness. Soft transitions of violet, gold, and indigo hues evoke the refined realism and restraint associated with early 20th-century French academic and provincial still life painting.

Executed with a delicate hand and painterly sensitivity, the artist achieves a sense of calm observation and quiet depth. The composition’s elongated format and tonal harmony recall the influence of Chardin and Beaux-Arts training, while the fruit’s velvety surface captures the tactile richness that only pastel can convey.

Housed under glass in its original carved wood frame with a cream mat and beaded edge, the piece displays exceptional craftsmanship and character. Its timeless palette and balanced composition allow it to complement any interior style—from French Country and Cottagecore to Modern Traditional or Minimalist spaces—bringing a touch of refined artistry to any setting.

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• Medium: Pastel on paper (under glass)
• Subject: Still life of plums in varied ripeness
• Era: Circa 1910s–1920s
• Frame: Original dark carved wood with cream mat

French Academic, Provincial, Early 20th Century, Farmhouse, Cottagecore, Transitional, Fine Art, Orchard Still Life, Pastel Drawing, European Study, Classical Interior, Timeless Decor See less