Large Ron Benson Signed Still Life Oil Painting - Floral & Fruit - Ornate Gilt Frame 40×40

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Up for sale is a stunning, large-scale original oil on canvas still life by artist Ron Benson. This piece is … Read more Up for sale is a stunning, large-scale original oil on canvas still life by artist Ron Benson. This piece is a masterful homage to the 17th-century Dutch Old Masters, utilizing a dramatic "chiaroscuro" effect—vividly colored subjects emerging from a deep, atmospheric dark background.
​Composition:
The painting features a lush arrangement of blooming roses, delphiniums, and sunflowers in a classic blue-and-white porcelain vase. At the base, a bountiful display of fruit includes translucent green and purple grapes, peaches, plums, and a textured woven basket.
​Exceptional Detail:
The technical skill is evident in the fine details:
​Hyper-Realistic Textures: Observe the delicate "dew drops" on the leaves and the soft, velvety petals of the roses.
​Lighting: Masterful use of highlights on the grapes and the curved surface of the vase.
​Signature: Clearly hand-signed "Ron Benson" in the lower right corner.
​Frame & Presentation:
The painting is housed in a heavy, high-quality ornate gilt wood frame with intricate scrollwork and floral carvings. The gold finish provides a beautiful contrast to the dark tones of the painting, making it a perfect center-piece for a traditional study, dining room, or gallery wall.
​Condition & Provenance:
​Painting: Excellent condition with no visible cracking or paint loss.
​Frame: Solid and structurally sound; minor age-appropriate wear to the gilt finish may be present.
​Backing: Professionally finished with a dust cover. Includes a gallery label/registration tag on the back for authenticity. See less