19th Century French School – Still Life With Chrysanthemums Oil On Canvas

Charming still life depicting a bouquet of chrysanthemums in a blue vase, accompanied by some flowers fallen on the table and two old books to the right of the composition. The whole is bathed in a soft and warm light, highlighting the chromatic richness of the petals – yellow, white, pink and deep red. The dark and neutral background accentuates the brilliance of the flowers, while the delicate treatment of the materials testifies to a beautiful academic mastery. Visible cracks on the surface, consistent with the age of the work, but no major losses. Dimensions: 38x46 cm A poetic painting, typical of the 19th century French school, ideal for lovers of classic floral compositions. Careful worldwide shipping