Paul Cadmus (1904-1999)

Philip Eliasoph writes of the present work, "Cadmus' proficiency as an egg yolk tempera painter is demonstrated in this still life. In tempera painting, impressionistic tonalities are not possible and a preconceived image is required. His command of realism is seen in the rendering of these inanimate objects. Optical verism, compositional ingenuity, and a sense of order are synchronized here." (Paul Cadmus: Yesterday and Today, p. 79)