In his oeuvre, Cézanne created a great number of iconic paintings. Most of them have a universal appeal. These paintings range from self-portraits to scenes of everyday life. Here are some of the most famous Paul Czanne paintings. They have influenced painters of the last century.
The Bathers
One of Paul Cézanne's most famous works is The Bathers, a painting depicting a group of bathers relaxing in the water. The work was painted over a period of seven years, during which Cezanne was able to create several smaller versions of the famous painting. It was purchased by the Philadelphia Museum of Art in 1983 for $100,000 and is still on display there today. This painting inspired Picasso, who later used this motif in his masterpiece Les Desmoiselles d'Avignon. Cézanne painted a number of smaller versions of The Bathers, including a series of seven skulls, between 1897 and 1906.
Basket of Apples
Paul Cezanne's Basket of Apples is a striking example of his minimalist style. This painting was completed around 1893.
This work is a prime example of Cezanne's “realiser sur nature” philosophy. Cezanne began using this term in his letters in the early 1870s. It refers to the need to “realize” “impressions and sensations” in his work.
Cezanne also used perspective in this painting. He painted the table with objects such as a wine bottle and a basket filled with apples. The tilt of the wine bottle suggests that the bottle might be on the verge of falling over. Similarly, the tipped-up basket of apples and plate of cookies are at a weird angle.
Pyramid of Skulls
Pyramid of Skulls is a 1901 oil painting depicting four human skulls stacked in a pyramid. It is one of the artist's most important works in this genre. Cezanne became increasingly preoccupied with death during his later years, and this preoccupation is apparent in the many still life skull paintings he produced between 1898 and 1905. These skull paintings serve as subtle representations of his vanitas theme, which compares the wealth and luxury of life with the unease and grief that is associated with death.
Forest
“Forest” was painted in the early 1900s, the work depicts a wooded roadside bank in the French countryside near Aix-en-Provence. It is currently housed in the National Gallery of Canada.
This painting is a good example of Cezanne's distinctive style. It is painted in a painterly style with cool greens and blues dominating the composition. The body of the trees and ground are represented in white or orange. The result is a cluttered look that isn't too sloppy.
Mont Sainte-Victoire
The Mont Sainte-Victoire series is a series of oil paintings by the artist. They portray scenes in France's mountains and valleys. These paintings are beautiful and evocative. Each one depicts an aspect of life that was dear to Czanne.
In the painting, Cezanne depicts the mountain from different viewpoints, illustrating the mountain's unique relationship with the landscape. In fact, Cezanne often painted the mountain as a backdrop in several paintings. His paintings are known to display the mountain from many angles, and reveal its relationship to the constantly changing landscape.
A Modern Olympia
While Cezanne's Impressionist paintings were often controversial, A Modern Olympia is a perfect example of his unique style. The artist spent much time perfecting each painting, and his meticulous approach is reflected in this work. This piece contains striking colors and bold subject matter, but it also differs from his later naturalistic concerns. The painting is located in the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, where it is on permanent display.
The Card Players
Paul Cezanne's The Card Players is a masterpiece of quiet and quietude. Cezanne's masterpiece, which is held in the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, is a perfect example of symmetry and balance. The two figures depicted in the painting are two peasants, one playing cards and the other drinking a glass of vin rouge. This masterpiece was painted in 1894 and is now a museum treasure. It's also one of the most expensive paintings in the world.
Chateau Noir
Cezanne's Chateau Noir is currently on view at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. The painting is one of many paintings that he created of the Neo-Gothic castle of Aix-en-Provence. “Chateau Noir” is French for “Black Castle,” and the name derives from the castle's ominous appearance. The painting is one of the most famous paintings of the 19th century, and is one of Cezanne's most famous.
Curtain Jug and Fruit Bowl
This painting by Paul Cezanne was completed in 1894. It is considered one of the finest Post-Impressionist paintings. It has been considered one of the most expensive still-lifes ever sold, and is a classic piece of art by a French master.
Self‑Portrait
The SelfPortrait in Paul Czanne”s most famous paintings dates from the early 1860s, and shows the artist's distinct style. It also shows an inner strength that is reflected in the artist's features. The portrait's face is shaped to emphasize the artist's artistry and intellectuality. The layering of paint in the portrait's composition creates the illusion of true volume and space.
Kitchen Table
Paul Czanne's famous painting of the kitchen table has many elements that make it one of his best known works. In it, a tablecloth stretches across a rectangular space, containing a variety of fruits and vegetables. The artist also made use of disjointed perspectives to create an incredibly realistic look.
In the foreground, a jug of fruit is set on a table. In the background, two plates are placed on either side. The plate on the left is adorned with five different fruits, while the plate on the right is adorned with three apples. Behind and in front of the white jug, other fruit is arranged. The table also has clothes hanging from its support surface. The cloth on the right covers one corner of the table, while the one on the left wedges under a plate and extends forward beyond the coffee table.
It's important to note that Czanne was a mature artist when he painted this scene, and he wanted to make it his own. He worked with local farmhands to create a composition and fine-tune the positions and poses of the various players. The painting, which has become a classic, is an example of a master's work.
