Bouquet in a Chinese Vase

Odilon Redon

Created:
Movement:
1916
Symbolism
key Notes:
Symbolic floral arrangement, vibrant color palette.
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Dimensions:
25 1/2 x 19 5/8 in. (64.8 x 49.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Bouquet in a Chinese Vase by Odilon Redon

Bouquet in a Chinese Vase, created in 1916 by Odilon Redon, is an exemplary work of the artist's mature period, showcasing his transition from the dark, symbolic works of his earlier career to a more vibrant and colorful style. This oil on canvas painting reflects Redon's fascination with the interplay of color and form, a hallmark of his later works. The use of a Chinese vase as a central motif highlights Redon's interest in exoticism and the influence of Eastern art on Western aesthetics during the early 20th century. Redon, a key figure in the Symbolist movement, was known for his ability to blend dreamlike imagery with a rich palette, influencing later artists such as the Surrealists. His work, including this painting, contributed to the broader shift in art from representational to more abstract forms. Redon's legacy is marked by his unique ability to evoke emotion and imagination through his innovative use of color and composition.

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Bouquet in a Chinese Vase by Odilon Redon (1916)

Odilon Redon's "Bouquet in a Chinese Vase," created in 1916, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies his Symbolist style through its dreamlike composition and vibrant use of color. The artwork features a lush arrangement of flowers in an ornate Chinese vase, highlighting Redon's fascination with the interplay of Eastern motifs and Western artistic traditions.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Bouquet in a Chinese Vase