Objects on a Table

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The book offers four meditations on still-life painting, intertwining art history and literary criticism to explore the iconic and symbolic roles of objects within culture. By examining a genre often perceived as static, it uncovers the dynamic influences that drive still-life artistry, illustrating the vital impact painters have achieved through this form. Each essay delves into the representation of objects, revealing deeper meanings and motivations behind their artistic portrayal.