18th Century French School / Floral Composition With Baluter Vase / Oil On Canvas

Elegant 18th-century still life with flowers, this oil on canvas charmingly illustrates the decorative tradition of European floral compositions.

The bouquet, generous and lively, blends roses, tulips and flowers of varied inspiration in a loose, slightly asymmetrical composition. Here, the artist favors a sensitive rather than strictly botanical approach,

The palette, dominated by warm tones - oranges, creams and deep greens - stands out with refinement against a patinated brown background, typical of old painting, highlighting the luminosity of the flowers. The classic vase, sober and stable, balances the composition and emphasizes the abundance of the bouquet.

Beyond its decorative aspect, this work is part of the vanitas symbolism, evoking ephemeral beauty and the passage of time, notably through the flower delicately placed in the foreground.

56 x 48 cm (unframed)
68 x 60 cm (with frame)