19th Century French Floral Still Life Oil on Canvas in Carved Giltwood Frame

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This accomplished antique floral still life was painted in France during the late 19th century and reflects the continued strength … Read more This accomplished antique floral still life was painted in France during the late 19th century and reflects the continued strength of the academic still-life tradition of the period. Executed in oil on canvas, the composition presents a carefully structured bouquet arranged in an earthenware vessel, composed of chrysanthemums and garden flowers in tones of ivory, pale yellow, coral, ochre, and deep red, set against a restrained dark ground that emphasizes depth and tonal balance.
The work demonstrates a solid academic hand through controlled brushwork, nuanced modeling of light and shadow, and sensitive differentiation of floral textures. Subtle foreground details, including fallen blossoms and trailing stems, introduce a quiet naturalism typical of French still-life painting of the era. Measuring over four feet in height, the painting has a strong vertical presence and reads with clarity and elegance when installed.
The canvas is housed in its substantial original giltwood frame, carved with layered moldings, foliate ornament, and a beaded inner border, retaining a warm, time-earned patina. The reverse shows a traditional 19th-century wooden stretcher with diagonal bracing, consistent with the period. Excellent condition commensurate with age and use.
Dimensions: 38.5"W x 48.25"H (framed) See less