Trompe l'Oeil Still Life

c. 1754

pen and ink, point of brush and black ink wash, watercolor and gouache

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In the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland — check current display status with the museum.

FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART’S CATALOG

In addition to tricking the eye, trompe l’oeil images like this one were meant to demonstrate an artist’s skill.

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FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART’S CATALOG

In addition to tricking the eye, trompe l’oeil images like this one were meant to demonstrate an artist’s skill.

Be the first to share your thoughts.