Bottle and Fishes (c. 1910-12) by Georges Braque

Bottle and Fishes - Georges Braque - 1910 - 1912

Artwork Information

TitleBottle and Fishes
ArtistGeorges Braque
Date1910 - 1912
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions61 x 75 cm
Art MovementAnalytical Cubism
Current LocationTate Modern, London, UK
Location Created France
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About Bottle and Fishes

Georges Braque’s oil painting on canvas, Bottle and Fishes, is a significant example of Analytic Cubism. The artist dedicated his entire painting career to depicting images of bottles and fishes. In collaboration with Picasso, Braque developed the Cubism movement in 1909-1914, which is characterized by fragmented images arranged in a grid-like structure, limited color palettes, and collaged elements.

Bottle and Fishes has a speculated hidden message, with the fish symbolizing people suffering from a lack of water, and the bottle representing bad leadership. This interpretation is open to debate, but it adds intrigue to the painting’s overall meaning. Braque introduced the still life technique in 1910 before incorporating the Cubism style in 1911.

The painting remains relevant for today’s audiences as it can be purchased as wall art or other products. Bottle and Fishes showcases the artist’s distinctive style and is an essential piece in the development of modern art.

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