Still life

André Derain's Still life painting exemplifies his evolving artistic style. Originally associated with Fauvism, characterized by riotous colourism, Derain's early works relied on vivid Oil paints on Canvas to create expressive compositions. By 1910, inspired by Cézanne and the old masters, his approach grew more austere, reflecting a shift towards Cubism and classicism. This period marked a departure from raw Fauvism, embracing a structured, refined aesthetic as part of his Return to Order movement after World War I.