Robert Spear Dunning: Master of Opulent Still Life Robert Spear Dunning (1829-1905) stands as a pivotal figure in the late 19th-century American art scene, particularly renowned for his exquisitely detailed and dramatically lit still life paintings. More than simply depicting fruit and flowers, Dunning crafted immersive scenes of abundance and luxury, reflecting the prosperity and aesthetic sensibilities of his era. His work represents a significant contribution to the Fall River School of painting, a movement characterized by its focus on domestic subjects rendered with remarkable realism a…