When painting still-life subjects, oil paints provide a diverse ability to add the definitive details of the subject.
This pitcher's shape allowed for the use of bleeding and blending techniques to create the smooth surfaces of the container while adding glints that also define contours.
A series of differently sized brushes oil paints, and varnish on a small 12 x 16 inches canvas.
Light colors were applied to create the shape.
More colors were added to help develop the features, often requiring the use of varnish that is mixed with the paint to provide a smoothness at certain places.