Still Life with Vase of Flowers

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

1910

Post-Impressionism

key Notes:

Floral Abundance, Vibrant Color Palette

Dimensions:

22 x 28 1/4 in. (55.9 x 71.8 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Still Life with Vase of Flowers," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1900, exemplifies the artist's engagement with color and form, reflecting the influence of both Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. The painting is significant for its innovative composition and use of light, contributing to the development of American modernist aesthetics in the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Still Life with Vase of Flowers" by Denman Waldo Ross features a harmonious arrangement of various flowers displayed in a glass vase, set against a muted background that enhances the vibrancy of the floral composition. The painting is characterized by its use of color and light, with a focus on the interplay between the delicate petals and the reflective surface of the vase, demonstrating Ross's mastery of still life techniques.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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