Top 100 Cezanne Paintings

A master of form and color, Cezanne redefined the boundaries of art.

Paul Cezanne, one of the most influential painters in modern art, is often seen as the bridge between late 19th-century Impressionism and early 20th-century Cubism. Known for his innovative use of color, brushstrokes, and perspective, Cezanne's works inspired many future art movements. In this list, we'll explore his top 100 paintings that have stood the test of time and left an indelible mark on the world of art.

Topics

• Still Life
• Landscapes
• Portraits
• Bathers
• Fruit and Nature

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# Cezanne's Masterpieces
- A celebration of color, form, and brushstrokes
- "Cezanne's influence on modern art is immeasurable."
- 5 Topics

## Topics
- Still Life: objects, fruit, interiors, color balance, composition
- Landscapes: Provence, Aix-en-Provence, nature, Mont Sainte-Victoire, horizon
- Portraits: facial expressions, light, human figure, identity, presence
- Bathers: nudes, body, movement, space, naturalism
- Fruit and Nature: trees, organic shapes, flora, impressionism

Topic 1: Still Life

Beauty in the ordinary, elevated by Cezanne’s vibrant touch.

Still life was a recurring subject in Cezanne's work, and he used it as a medium to explore form, color, and depth. His bold compositions and treatment of everyday objects redefined still-life painting.

1. Still Life with Apples and Oranges – Bold composition with rich colors.
2. The Basket of Apples – Disorienting angles and bright fruit.
3. Still Life with Plaster Cupid – A striking contrast of a statue with household items.
4. Still Life with a Curtain – Drapery and fruit create balance.
5. Still Life with Water Jug – Simplicity of form and texture.
6. Still Life with Milk Jug and Fruit – Balance between light and shade.
7. Still Life with Bread and Eggs – Natural tones in everyday food.
8. Still Life with Apples – A quiet composition of vibrant colors.
9. Still Life with Flowers in a Vase – A delicate balance of form.
10. Still Life with Bottle of Rum – A contemplative mood.
11. Still Life with Pitcher – Strong contrasts in color and form.
12. Still Life with Sugar Bowl – Geometric precision in domestic items.
13. Still Life with Pears – Deep, earthy tones.
14. Still Life with a Ginger Jar – Textural contrasts with ceramics.
15. Still Life with Basket and Fruit – Subtle color transitions.
16. Still Life with Blue Vase – Color harmony in simplicity.
17. Still Life with Bottles – Architectural arrangement of objects.
18. Still Life with Peaches – The softness of fruit in a well-lit setting.
19. Still Life with Cherries and Peaches – A delightful play of color.
20. Still Life with Skull – An exploration of mortality.

Topic 2: Landscapes

Capturing the essence of nature with every brushstroke.

Cezanne's landscapes reflect his fascination with nature, particularly the Provence region and Mont Sainte-Victoire, a motif he returned to time and time again, experimenting with perspectives and light.

1. Mont Sainte-Victoire – Iconic and monumental, capturing a mountain from multiple views.
2. The Gulf of Marseille Seen from L’Estaque – A vibrant, atmospheric rendering of the coast.
3. The Big Trees – Large trees dominating the landscape with dramatic shading.
4. The House with the Cracked Walls – A poetic vision of a decaying house.
5. The Sea at L'Estaque – A vivid marine landscape.
6. Mont Sainte-Victoire with Large Pine – The famous mountain framed by a towering pine.
7. Château Noir – A fortress-like building set in nature.
8. The Bathers – Naturalistic landscape and human forms.
9. Road Leading to the Mountains – A path dissolving into nature.
10. La Montagne Sainte-Victoire and the Viaduct of the Arc River Valley – A bridge between man-made and natural elements.
11. Forest – Dark, mysterious interpretations of dense woodland.
12. The Village at the Water's Edge – Serene reflections and architecture.
13. Gardanne – A hillside village rendered in geometric blocks of color.
14. The Plain at Bellevue – Broad strokes to capture the essence of space.
15. View of Auvers – Subdued colors in rural scenery.
16. Bibémus Quarry – Layers of stone create an abstract beauty.
17. The Roofs of L’Estaque – Intersecting planes of buildings and sky.
18. Houses in Provence – A vivid interpretation of the southern landscape.
19. L'Estaque under Snow – The warmth of Provence countered by the starkness of snow.
20. The Garden at Les Lauves – A peaceful garden scene.

Topic 3: Portraits

An intimate glimpse into the souls of Cezanne’s subjects.

Though known for his still life and landscapes, Cezanne also painted memorable portraits, often focusing on the expressions and humanity of his subjects, captured with intense focus.

1. Madame Cezanne in a Red Armchair – A quiet, reflective portrait.
2. The Card Players – Intensity in a simple scene.
3. Boy in a Red Waistcoat – Vivid color and thoughtful expression.
4. Self-Portrait – A look into the artist’s own soul.
5. Portrait of the Artist's Son – A tender representation.
6. The Smoker – An intimate scene of contemplation.
7. Uncle Dominique – Solid forms and contemplative mood.
8. The Black Clock – A figure framed against an imposing clock.
9. Man with a Pipe – Quiet introspection.
10. The Drinker – A solitary, thoughtful figure.
11. Woman with Coffee Pot – A blend of warmth and serenity.
12. The Gardener Vallier – Rustic simplicity in a rural figure.
13. The Lady in Blue – Quiet elegance with a strong presence.
14. Old Woman with a Rosary – A deeply spiritual moment.
15. Portrait of Louis-Auguste Cézanne – A respectful, intimate depiction of the artist’s father.
16. Girl at the Piano – Harmonizing musical and visual art.
17. The Artist’s Mother – A solemn, thoughtful portrait.
18. The Painter’s Wife – Tenderness and emotional depth.
19. Man with Crossed Arms – Defiant and introspective.
20. The Boy in the Vest – Youth captured in a thoughtful pose.

Topic 4: Bathers

A dynamic interplay of human form and landscape.

Cezanne's series of bathers captures the human form in a naturalistic setting. These works explore the interaction of bodies with nature, emphasizing form, movement, and space.

1. The Large Bathers – A monumental work with intertwining figures.
2. Three Bathers – Simplicity and movement in a natural setting.
3. Bathers at Rest – A peaceful and quiet moment of repose.
4. The Bathers by a Tree – Bodies blend into the landscape.
5. The Great Bathers – A striking, energetic composition of human form.
6. Bathers by a River – Water and figures flow together.
7. Group of Bathers – Fluid lines capture motion and rest.
8. Nude Woman – A singular study of the female form.
9. Five Bathers – A playful scene captured with energy.
10. Bathers with Rocks – A contrast of hard and soft elements.
11. Bathers on the Riverbank – Figures framed by natural beauty.
12. The Bathers by the Shore – A serene, dreamlike composition.
13. The Bathers in the Meadow – Soft light and fluid forms.
14. Seated Bather – A moment of contemplation by water.
15. The Bathers in the Woods – Figures melt into the lush surroundings.
16. Bathers in the Distance – Capturing the essence of figures from afar.
17. Bathers by the Forest Edge – Dynamic movement within nature.
18. The Bathers Under a Tree – A playful interaction between light and shade.
19. Three Bathers Resting – A moment of tranquility.
20. The Bathers in a Clearing – A quiet, intimate gathering.

Topic 5: Fruit and Nature

The artist's love for organic shapes, expressed in vibrant colors.

Cezanne's treatment of nature, fruit, and organic forms shows his fascination with the natural world. These works often focus on stillness and simplicity, using rich, natural colors.

1. The Card Players (with Fruit) – Juxtaposition of still life and figures.
2. Apples and Peaches – Soft curves and warm tones.
3. Fruit Bowl, Glass, and Apples – Depth and geometry in the arrangement.
4. Peaches and Pears – A delicate play of shadow and light.
5. Vase of Flowers – Lush and colorful floral arrangements.
6. Pomegranates and Grapes – Earthy tones and organic shapes.
7. The Pine Tree – A symbol of natural resilience.
8. Chestnut Trees – Strong natural forms with a sense of peace.
9. The Almond Tree in Bloom – Nature’s beauty captured in simplicity.
10. Apples on a Plate – Rounded forms in natural light.
11. Citrus in a Bowl – Zesty color combinations.
12. Nature Morte with Green Apples – The freshness of organic shapes.
13. Oranges and Lemons – Bright fruit, dark background.
14. Floral Still Life – Fragile yet full of life.
15. The Pineapple – An exotic touch to a natural scene.
16. Fruit Basket with Roses – A blend of color and form.
17. The Lemon – Sharp lines and vibrant color.
18. The Almond Tree – Blossoms and nature.
19. Peaches on a Dish – Soft tones and rounded shapes.
20. Oranges on a Table – A study in color balance.

Top 100 List

1. Still Life with Apples and Oranges (Still Life)
2. The Basket of Apples (Still Life)
3. Mont Sainte-Victoire (Landscape)
4. Madame Cezanne in a Red Armchair (Portrait)
5. The Large Bathers (Bathers)
6. The Card Players (Portrait)
7. The Gulf of Marseille Seen from L’Estaque (Landscape)
8. The Card Players (with Fruit) (Fruit and Nature)
9. Still Life with Plaster Cupid (Still Life)
10. The Bathers (Bathers)
11. The Big Trees (Landscape)
12. Boy in a Red Waistcoat (Portrait)
13. Still Life with Curtain (Still Life)
14. Self-Portrait (Portrait)
15. Apples and Peaches (Fruit and Nature)
16. Three Bathers (Bathers)
17. The Sea at L’Estaque (Landscape)
18. Still Life with Flowers in a Vase (Still Life)
19. Château Noir (Landscape)
20. The House with the Cracked Walls (Landscape)
21. Mont Sainte-Victoire with Large Pine (Landscape)
22. The Card Players (with Rum) (Still Life)
23. The Smoker (Portrait)
24. Bathers at Rest (Bathers)
25. Vase of Flowers (Fruit and Nature)
26. The Bathers by a Tree (Bathers)
27. The Plain at Bellevue (Landscape)
28. Still Life with Water Jug (Still Life)
29. The Roofs of L'Estaque (Landscape)
30. Uncle Dominique (Portrait)
31. Fruit Bowl, Glass, and Apples (Fruit and Nature)
32. The Drinker (Portrait)
33. Apples on a Plate (Fruit and Nature)
34. Peaches and Pears (Fruit and Nature)
35. Still Life with Bottle of Rum (Still Life)
36. The Bathers Under a Tree (Bathers)
37. The Gardener Vallier (Portrait)
38. Chestnut Trees (Fruit and Nature)
39. Gardanne (Landscape)
40. Still Life with Sugar Bowl (Still Life)
41. Still Life with Bread and Eggs (Still Life)
42. View of Auvers (Landscape)
43. Woman with Coffee Pot (Portrait)
44. L'Estaque under Snow (Landscape)
45. Still Life with Pitcher (Still Life)
46. Portrait of the Artist's Son (Portrait)
47. Bibémus Quarry (Landscape)
48. Self-Portrait with Palette (Portrait)
49. Oranges on a Table (Fruit and Nature)
50. Nude Woman (Bathers)
51. Still Life with Basket and Fruit (Still Life)
52. The Boy in the Vest (Portrait)
53. The Lemon (Fruit and Nature)
54. The Lady in Blue (Portrait)
55. The Bathers with Rocks (Bathers)
56. Peaches on a Dish (Fruit and Nature)
57. Man with Crossed Arms (Portrait)
58. The Village at the Water’s Edge (Landscape)
59. Bathers on the Riverbank (Bathers)
60. Nature Morte with Green Apples (Fruit and Nature)
61. Still Life with Blue Vase (Still Life)
62. Bathers by a River (Bathers)
63. Bathers with Large Trees (Bathers)
64. Floral Still Life (Fruit and Nature)
65. Five Bathers (Bathers)
66. Man with a Pipe (Portrait)
67. The Pineapple (Fruit and Nature)
68. Old Woman with a Rosary (Portrait)
69. Still Life with Pears (Still Life)
70. Citrus in a Bowl (Fruit and Nature)
71. Girl at the Piano (Portrait)
72. Bathers by the Forest Edge (Bathers)
73. Bathers by the Shore (Bathers)
74. The Artist’s Mother (Portrait)
75. Bathers in the Meadow (Bathers)
76. Still Life with Bottles (Still Life)
77. Oranges and Lemons (Fruit and Nature)
78. The Pine Tree (Fruit and Nature)
79. The Almond Tree in Bloom (Fruit and Nature)
80. Still Life with Pitcher and Fruit (Still Life)
81. Self-Portrait (1875) (Portrait)
82. Three Bathers Resting (Bathers)
83. Houses in Provence (Landscape)
84. The Painter’s Wife (Portrait)
85. Bathers in the Distance (Bathers)
86. Fruit Basket with Roses (Fruit and Nature)
87. Road Leading to the Mountains (Landscape)
88. Portrait of Louis-Auguste Cézanne (Portrait)
89. Seated Bather (Bathers)
90. The Almond Tree (Fruit and Nature)
91. The Bathers by the Forest Pool (Bathers)
92. Bathers in the Woods (Bathers)
93. Bathers in a Clearing (Bathers)
94. Mont Sainte-Victoire and the Viaduct of the Arc River Valley (Landscape)
95. The Lemon Tree (Fruit and Nature)
96. The Bathers on the Beach (Bathers)
97. Peaches in a Bowl (Fruit and Nature)
98. The Bathers in the Meadow (Bathers)
99. Vase of Flowers with a Basket (Still Life)
100. Still Life with Skull (Still Life)

Top 100 Table

Rank	Name	Topic	Tagline
1	Still Life with Apples and Oranges	Still Life	"Bold composition with rich colors."
2	The Basket of Apples	Still Life	"Disorienting angles and bright fruit."
3	Mont Sainte-Victoire	Landscape	"Iconic and monumental."
4	Madame Cezanne in a Red Armchair	Portrait	"A quiet, reflective portrait."
5	The Large Bathers	Bathers	"A monumental work."
6	The Card Players	Portrait	"Intensity in a simple scene."
7	The Gulf of Marseille Seen from L'Estaque	Landscape	"A vibrant, atmospheric rendering."
8	The Card Players (with Fruit)	Fruit and Nature	"Juxtaposition of still life and figures."
9	Still Life with Plaster Cupid	Still Life	"A striking contrast of a statue."
10	The Bathers	Bathers	"Naturalistic landscape and human forms."
11	The Big Trees	Landscape	"Large trees dominating the landscape."
12	Boy in a Red Waistcoat	Portrait	"Vivid color and thoughtful expression."
13	Still Life with Curtain	Still Life	"Drapery and fruit create balance."
14	Self-Portrait	Portrait	"A look into the artist’s own soul."
15	Apples and Peaches	Fruit and Nature	"Soft curves and warm tones."
16	Three Bathers	Bathers	"Simplicity and movement in a natural setting."
17	The Sea at L'Estaque	Landscape	"A vivid marine landscape."
18	Still Life with Flowers in a Vase	Still Life	"A delicate balance of form."
19	Château Noir	Landscape	"A fortress-like building set in nature."
20	The House with the Cracked Walls	Landscape	"A poetic vision of a decaying house."
21	Mont Sainte-Victoire with Large Pine	Landscape	"Framed by a towering pine."
22	The Card Players (with Rum)	Still Life	"Contemplative scene with bright fruit."
23	The Smoker	Portrait	"An intimate scene of contemplation."
24	Bathers at Rest	Bathers	"A peaceful and quiet moment."
25	Vase of Flowers	Fruit and Nature	"Lush and colorful floral arrangements."
26	The Bathers by a Tree	Bathers	"Bodies blend into the landscape."
27	The Plain at Bellevue	Landscape	"Broad strokes capture the essence."
28	Still Life with Water Jug	Still Life	"Simplicity of form and texture."
29	The Roofs of L'Estaque	Landscape	"Intersecting planes of buildings."
30	Uncle Dominique	Portrait	"Solid forms and contemplative mood."
31	Fruit Bowl, Glass, and Apples	Fruit and Nature	"Depth and geometry in the arrangement."
32	The Drinker	Portrait	"A solitary, thoughtful figure."
33	Apples on a Plate	Fruit and Nature	"Rounded forms in natural light."
34	Peaches and Pears	Fruit and Nature	"A delicate play of shadow and light."
35	Still Life with Bottle of Rum	Still Life	"A contemplative mood."
36	The Bathers Under a Tree	Bathers	"Playful interaction of light and shade."
37	The Gardener Vallier	Portrait	"Rustic simplicity in a rural figure."
38	Chestnut Trees	Fruit and Nature	"Strong natural forms with a sense of peace."
39	Gardanne	Landscape	"Hillside village in geometric blocks of color."
40	Still Life with Sugar Bowl	Still Life	"Geometric precision in domestic items."
41	Still Life with Bread and Eggs	Still Life	"Natural tones in everyday food."
42	View of Auvers	Landscape	"Subdued colors in rural scenery."
43	Woman with Coffee Pot	Portrait	"A blend of warmth and serenity."
44	L'Estaque under Snow	Landscape	"The warmth of Provence in snow."
45	Still Life with Pitcher	Still Life	"Strong contrasts in color and form."
46	Portrait of the Artist's Son	Portrait	"A tender representation."
47	Bibémus Quarry	Landscape	"Layers of stone create abstract beauty."
48	Self-Portrait with Palette	Portrait	"Vivid self-study of the artist at work."
49	Oranges on a Table	Fruit and Nature	"A study in color balance."
50	Nude Woman	Bathers	"A singular study of the female form."
51	Still Life with Basket and Fruit	Still Life	"Subtle color transitions."
52	The Boy in the Vest	Portrait	"Youth captured in a thoughtful pose."
53	The Lemon	Fruit and Nature	"Sharp lines and vibrant color."
54	The Lady in Blue	Portrait	"Quiet elegance with a strong presence."
55	The Bathers with Rocks	Bathers	"A contrast of hard and soft elements."
56	Peaches on a Dish	Fruit and Nature	"Soft tones and rounded shapes."
57	Man with Crossed Arms	Portrait	"Defiant and introspective."
58	The Village at the Water’s Edge	Landscape	"Serene reflections and architecture."
59	Bathers on the Riverbank	Bathers	"Figures framed by natural beauty."
60	Nature Morte with Green Apples	Fruit and Nature	"The freshness of organic shapes."
61	Still Life with Blue Vase	Still Life	"Color harmony in simplicity."
62	Bathers by a River	Bathers	"Water and figures flow together."
63	Bathers with Large Trees	Bathers	"Fluid lines capture motion and rest."
64	Floral Still Life	Fruit and Nature	"Fragile yet full of life."
65	Five Bathers	Bathers	"A playful scene captured with energy."
66	Man with a Pipe	Portrait	"Quiet introspection."
67	The Pineapple	Fruit and Nature	"An exotic touch to a natural scene."
68	Old Woman with a Rosary	Portrait	"A deeply spiritual moment."
69	Still Life with Pears	Still Life	"Deep, earthy tones."
70	Citrus in a Bowl	Fruit and Nature	"Zesty color combinations."
71	Girl at the Piano	Portrait	"Harmonizing musical and visual art."
72	Bathers by the Forest Edge	Bathers	"Dynamic movement within nature."
73	Bathers by the Shore	Bathers	"A serene, dreamlike composition."
74	The Artist’s Mother	Portrait	"A solemn, thoughtful portrait."
75	Bathers in the Meadow	Bathers	"Soft light and fluid forms."
76	Still Life with Bottles	Still Life	"Architectural arrangement of objects."
77	Oranges and Lemons	Fruit and Nature	"Bright fruit, dark background."
78	The Pine Tree	Fruit and Nature	"A symbol of natural resilience."
79	The Almond Tree in Bloom	Fruit and Nature	"Nature’s beauty captured in simplicity."
80	Still Life with Pitcher and Fruit	Still Life	"A play of light on simple objects."
81	Self-Portrait (1875)	Portrait	"A personal, introspective study."
82	Three Bathers Resting	Bathers	"A moment of tranquility."
83	Houses in Provence	Landscape	"A vivid interpretation of the southern landscape."
84	The Painter’s Wife	Portrait	"Tenderness and emotional depth."
85	Bathers in the Distance	Bathers	"Figures captured from afar."
86	Fruit Basket with Roses	Fruit and Nature	"A blend of color and form."
87	Road Leading to the Mountains	Landscape	"A path dissolving into nature."
88	Portrait of Louis-Auguste Cézanne	Portrait	"A respectful, intimate depiction of the artist’s father."
89	Seated Bather	Bathers	"A moment of contemplation by water."
90	The Almond Tree	Fruit and Nature	"Blossoms and nature."
91	The Bathers by the Forest Pool	Bathers	"Human forms blend with the landscape."
92	Bathers in the Woods	Bathers	"Figures melt into the lush surroundings."
93	Bathers in a Clearing	Bathers	"A quiet, intimate gathering."
94	Mont Sainte-Victoire and the Viaduct	Landscape	"A bridge between man-made and natural elements."
95	The Lemon Tree	Fruit and Nature	"A sharp focus on natural forms."
96	The Bathers on the Beach	Bathers	"A warm interaction of bodies and water."
97	Peaches in a Bowl	Fruit and Nature	"Simple, yet effective use of light and shadow."
98	The Bathers in the Meadow	Bathers	"Nature as an integral part of the composition."
99	Vase of Flowers with a Basket	Still Life	"Fragile beauty in floral forms."
100	Still Life with Skull	Still Life	"An exploration of mortality."

Conclusion

Cezanne’s masterpieces span a wide range of themes, from still lifes to landscapes, portraits, and bathers, showing his versatility and genius. His ability to transform the ordinary into profound explorations of form and color forever changed the course of modern art.