Tomates & Onion pencil drawing 6" / 23cm x 27cm

6" / 23cm x 27cm

The abundance of texture generates a sense of perspective and depth

Attributed: René Berges (19th-20th century)

A complex composition with a strong chiaroscuro imprint

Tomates & Onion pencil drawing 6" / 23cm x 27cmA luminous and realistic still life oil painting on dark hardwood panel. The light on the tomatoes and onion reveal the technical talent of the painter, who probably worked on this painting in the very late 1800's, or early 1900's. The vegetables presentation on the large leaf of lettuce is especially charming. The condition of this painting is near perfect for its age, and it would make a wonderful addition to a kitchen shelf, or an unexpected