Vivian Church Hoyt (1880–1957) American Still Life of Poppies

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Vivian Church Hoyt (1880–1957) American Still Life of Poppies in Original Giltwood Frame

Vivian Church Hoyt (born 1880, Walworth, Wisconsin; … Read more Vivian Church Hoyt (1880–1957) American Still Life of Poppies in Original Giltwood Frame

Vivian Church Hoyt (born 1880, Walworth, Wisconsin; died 1957), was an American painter active during the first half of the 20th century. Hoyt worked within the broad tradition of American Regional and American School painting, with a particular focus on still-life compositions, most notably floral subjects.

This painting depicts a classic floral still life of poppies, their red blossoms animated by loose yet confident brushwork and set against a softly rendered interior. The flowers rise organically from a dark vessel placed on a draped surface, a compositional device frequently employed by American painters of the period to balance natural vitality with domestic calm. Hoyt’s palette—subtle greens, warm reds, and muted neutrals—reflects an affinity with late Impressionist influences while maintaining a distinctly American restraint.

The work is executed in oil on canvas and retains its original giltwood frame, enhancing its period character. The presence of a numbered inscription (#89) on the verso suggests a disciplined studio practice and indicates that Hoyt catalogued her works, a habit common among professional regional artists.

This work stands as a refined example of early-20th-century American still-life painting by a documented female artist, offering both decorative appeal and historical integrity. See less