The Pedestal
- Artist
- Georges Braque
- Date
- 1921 ; France
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Still life
- Location
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met)
"The Pedestal" is an exemplary piece of art by the renowned French painter, Georges Braque. This striking artwork is one of Braque's notable contributions to 20th-century Expressionism. The painting beautifully presents a still life, marked by the distinctive styling of objects and forms, synonymous with the Cubist works that Braque produced in collaboration with Pablo Picasso during the period of 1908-1912. The Pedestal is painted in oil on a canvas, a typical medium for Braque, allowing rich, vibrant hues and a unique texture that complements the abstract nature of the artwork.
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