Flowers in a Stone Vase

Peter Faes

Created:
Movement:
1786
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Floral Realism, Baroque Influence
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Dimensions:
19 1/2 x 15 1/8 in. (49.5 x 38.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Flowers in a Stone Vase," created by Peter Faes in 1786, exemplifies the artist's skill in still life painting, showcasing a variety of flowers arranged in a classical stone vase. The work reflects the 18th-century European fascination with botanical accuracy and the aesthetic beauty of floral compositions, although specific details about its provenance or exhibition history remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Flowers in a Stone Vase" by Peter Faes, created in 1786, features a meticulously arranged bouquet of various flowers displayed in a textured stone vase, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering natural forms and colors. The use of oil on wood allows for a rich depth of color and detail, emphasizing the delicate petals and lush foliage against a subdued background.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Flowers in a Stone Vase