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Katalin Nemethy
20th Century Still Life of fruits and insects on a ledge

Circa 1980

$2,950
£2,234.35
€2,566.08
CA$4,133.91
A$4,494.40
CHF 2,382.94
MX$53,876.45
NOK 30,285.89
SEK 27,745.99
DKK 19,178.16

About the Item

This jewel-like still life by contemporary English artist Katalin Némethy shows her hallmark precision and luminous handling of fruit subjects. Against a rich, deep red background, the composition features a cluster of pale grapes, two perfectly ripened peaches, and a pair of plums, their deep purple skin contrasting beautifully with the softness of the peaches. A wasp hovers at the edge of the scene, introducing both movement and a symbolic reminder of nature’s delicate balance and the fleetingness of ripeness. Born in 1951, Némethy has developed a reputation for exquisitely painted still lifes in the tradition of earlier European masters, combining fine detail with a crisp, contemporary freshness. Her works continue the lineage of English and Continental still life painting, yet they speak directly to a modern audience through their clarity, harmony, and refined simplicity. The work is set in a richly patinated burr walnut frame, its warm figuring perfectly complementing the painting’s jewel-like tones and enhancing its presence as both a decorative and highly collectable piece.
  • Creator:
    Katalin Nemethy
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1980
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The painting is in good original condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507316929102

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