Vase of Flowers
1715
oil
canvas
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1715
oil
canvas
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
Dominant colour
Vase of Flowers is a 1715 oil by Antoine Monnoyer, a Rococo painting work, held at Brooklyn Museum.
The image presents a black and white painting of a vase filled with flowers. The flowers are predominantly white, with some darker shades, and are arranged in a loose, organic manner. The vase is not clearly visible, but the flowers appear to be spilling out of it. In the background, there is a subtle gradient of light and dark tones, which adds depth and texture to the painting. The overall effect is one of softness and delicacy, with the flowers appearing almost ethereal. If you're interested in learning more about the technique used in this painting, you might want to look up the term "glazing".
Antoine Monnoyer (1671–1747) was an artist, born in Paris.
See the richer artist page
