Pyramid of Skulls depicts four human skulls stacked in a pyramidal configuration. Painted in a pale light against a dark background, Pyramid of Skulls is exceptional in the artist’s oeuvre, for “in no other painting did Cézanne place his objects so close to the viewer.”

Working in isolation in the last decade of his life, Cézanne frequently alluded to mortality in his letters: “For me, life has begun to be deathly monotonous”; “As for me, I’m old. I won’t have time to express myself”; and “I might as well be dead .” It is possible that the death of his mother on October 25, 1897 – she had been a protective and supportive influence – accelerated his meditations on mortality, a subject which had obsessed the artist since the late 1870s, but did not find a pictorial form for another twenty years. Cézanne’s health started to deteriorate at the same time. The dramatic resignation to death informs a number of still life paintings he made between 1898 and 1905 of skulls. These works, some painted in oils and some with watercolor is more subtle in meaning yet also more visually stark than the traditional approach to the theme of vanitas. Pyramid of Skulls was painted at Cézanne’s studio in Aix, where he worked prior to his move into the new Les Lauves studio in September 1902.

Pyramid of Skulls was painted at Cézanne’s studio in Aix, where he worked prior to his move into the new Les Lauves studio in September 1902. (paulcezanne.org)

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Paint by Number kits 

Paint by Number kits aren’t just for kids. Our Paint by Number kits for adults feature real canvases with detailed line art to fill in. Each section is labeled with a small number to show you the correct paint color so artists of all ages and experience levels can achieve impressive results. Imagine color by numbers taken to the next level!

We carefully handpick every design to offer you a splendid and unique paint. Using our Canvas by Numbers Paint By Numbers Kits is more than just a hobby. It’s the best way to discover your artistic talent and have a relaxing, rewarding and enjoyable experience.

• Get this do-it-yourself Van-Go paint by number kit and make this your next creative project!
• This kit is custom designed for creative artists who want to test their skills!
• Follow the patterns provided, or let your inner artist free and make your own creations!
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• Includes 1 x canvas, 3 x nylon brushes, and 1 x set of acrylic paints.

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