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Two Pears on a Dish
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Two Pears on a Dish

Artist (1839 - 1899)
Datec. 1880
MediumOil on board
Dimensions10 x 14 in.
ClassificationsOil Painting
Credit LineA.W. Stanley Fund
Object number2005.37
Description"Two Pears on a Dish" is exemplary of Platt's simplified and precise style. He used the most basic objects and setting to highlight each subtle compositional decision; from the placement of the pears to the use of complimentary colors to create visual tension.

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