Yellow Hickory Leaves with Daisy

Georgia O'Keeffe

Created:
Movement:
1928
Precisionism
key Notes:
Botanical abstraction, vibrant color contrast.
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Dimensions:
76.5 × 101.6 cm (29 7/8 × 39 7/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Yellow Hickory Leaves with Daisy by Georgia O'Keeffe

Georgia O'Keeffe, a pivotal figure in American modernism, created "Yellow Hickory Leaves with Daisy" in 1928 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies her distinctive approach to capturing the essence of natural forms through abstraction and vibrant color. O'Keeffe's focus on the intricate details of leaves and flowers challenged traditional representations of nature, contributing significantly to the development of American art in the early 20th century. Her ability to transform ordinary botanical subjects into powerful visual statements helped redefine the boundaries of modern art. The painting reflects O'Keeffe's deep connection to the natural world, a theme that permeated much of her work and solidified her legacy as a leading artist of her time.

Description of the work:

Yellow Hickory Leaves with Daisy by Georgia O'Keeffe

Created in 1928, Georgia O'Keeffe's "Yellow Hickory Leaves with Daisy" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies her distinctive style of magnifying natural forms to emphasize their abstract qualities. The artwork features a close-up view of hickory leaves and a daisy, showcasing O'Keeffe's skill in capturing the intricate details and vibrant colors of nature.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Yellow Hickory Leaves with Daisy