Wild flowers

Wild flowers

Marian Emma Chase

1872

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a collection of wildflowers in various colors. The flowers are arranged in a loose, organic way, with some stems and leaves visible. The flowers are depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The colors are muted, with shades of green, yellow, and purple dominating the palette. The painting is an example of Impressionism and Realism. To learn more about the artist's use of color and light, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.

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