Sumptuous Still-Life Paintings

Sumptuous Still-Life Paintings

Louise Moillon (French, 1610–1696), Still Life with Cherries, Strawberries and Gooseberries, 1630, oil on panel, The Norton Simon Foundation

DATE:
TIME:
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
SPEAKER:
Museum educator

View treasured still-life paintings in the Norton Simon collections, and discover and discuss what inspired artists to incorporate fruit, vegetables, shells, insects, musical instruments and more into their exquisite compositions. Learn how artists like Louise Moillon and Francisco de Zurbarán filled their canvases with richly painted depictions of fruit and vegetables.

EVENT DETAILS

Fee:
Free with Museum admission.
Details:
Space is limited to 15 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up at the Information Desk when the Museum opens.
Location:
Meets in Entrance Gallery