Le chou

A Vibrant Still Life

The painting Le chou is a still life featuring several vegetables arranged on a table. The composition includes broccoli, carrots, and cabbage. Also present in the scene are two apples. A bowl is placed on the table, contributing to the depth of the arrangement.

Visual Details

The artwork presents a close-up view of the fruit and vegetables, highlighting their textures and details through vibrant colors. The arrangement showcases an intricate composition of these everyday objects.

Questions & Answers

What is a reproduction of "Le chou" by James Ensor recommended for?

The suggested use for "Le chou" by James Ensor is statement. It can serve other purposes as well.

What luminance does "Le chou" by James Ensor have?

The luminance recorded for "Le chou" by James Ensor is dark.

Where can I find a guide to "Le chou"?

The Guide page of "Le chou" by James Ensor offers a printable two-sheet factsheet: the artwork with its identity table, a decade band placing it in the artist's lifetime, other works by the artist, the measured color palette, and ready-to-copy citations in four styles.

By the AllPaintingsStore.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 21, 2026

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About this artwork

Title: Le chou
Artist: James Ensor
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Public domain
Corpus context: early realistic style , vibrant textures
Purpose: Statement
Keywords: cabbage and carrots , colorful still life , fruit composition
Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
Color intensity: Balanced
Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Quick Facts

Subject or theme: Cabbage, carrots, broccoli, and apples
Notable elements or techniques: Vibrant textures and colors
Artist: James Ensor
Movement: Expressionism
Dimensions: 67.5 x 79.5 cm