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Buchet cu flori într-un vas, by Theodor Aman, 1871

Buchet cu flori într-un vas

Theodor Aman

1871

From the collection of Bucharest Municipality Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Buchet cu flori într-un vas is a 1871 by Theodor Aman, a Academic Art work, held at Bucharest Municipality Museum.

Who painted this?
Theodor Aman
When & what style?
1871 · Academic Art
Where can I see it?
Bucharest Municipality Museum

About this work

This painting shows a clay pot holding a loose bouquet of flowers. The pot sits on a flat surface, and the flowers spill out—pinks, whites, and reds mixed with green leaves. The background is a soft, blurred green, almost like a garden wall. The artist used thick brushstrokes, especially on the petals, making them look textured. The light hits the flowers unevenly, creating shadows that add depth. Look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.

About the artist

Portrait of Theodor Aman
Artist

Theodor Aman

Theodor Aman (20 March 1831 – 19 August 1891) was a Romanian painter, engraver and art professor. He mostly produced genre and history scenes.

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