Jug with handle

"Jug with handle" exemplifies Crystal Cubism's focus on flat surface activity and large overlapping geometric planes, emphasizing a strong geometric structure that guides all elements of the composition. The painting presents a still life of a jug, rendered through angular shapes and fractured planes that highlight the underlying abstraction. This approach distills form into simplified geometric components, reflecting a move away from the naturalistic toward a more intellectual and structural portrayal. While rooted in Cubism, the work also echoes Naïve art (primitivism), emphasizing a raw, simplified aesthetic that enhances the focus on geometric form and surface activity.