Still Life with Bottle and Pomegranates by Félix Ziem. A moody oil painting depicting a dark glass decanter surrounded by several whole and sliced pomegranates resting on a light-colored cloth.

Still Life with Bottle and Pomegranates

Félix Ziem

1862 · Wood, Oil Paint

A sophisticated 19th-century still life featuring a glass bottle and ripe pomegranates set against a dark, atmospheric background.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Dining Room · Study
Placement
Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Created in 1862 by French artist Félix Ziem, this oil painting is a masterful example of atmospheric still life. The composition balances a dark glass bottle with the warm, textured skins of pomegranates, all rendered with confident, visible brushwork that gives the piece a rich, painterly quality. Its deep tonal values and classic subject matter evoke a sense of heritage and quiet sophistication.