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Bouquet of Flowers in a Vase, by Gustave Courbet, oil, 1862

Bouquet of Flowers in a Vase

Gustave Courbet

1862

oil

canvas

From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Bouquet of Flowers in a Vase is a 1862 oil by Gustave Courbet, a Realism work, depicting Flower, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.

Who painted this?
Gustave Courbet
When & what style?
1862 · Realism
Where can I see it?
J. Paul Getty Museum

About this work

This painting shows a large bouquet of colorful flowers in a vase. The flowers are arranged in a loose, natural way, with some facing forward and others turned to the side. The colors are bright and varied, with shades of pink, yellow, orange, and white. The vase is dark and seems to be made of ceramic or glass. It's placed on a plain surface, which could be a table or a shelf. The background is a muted greenish-brown color, which helps the flowers stand out. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy the work of artist Gustave Courbet.

About the artist

Portrait of Gustave Courbet
Artist

Gustave Courbet

Jean Désiré Gustave Courbet (UK: KOOR-bay; US: koor-BAY; French: ; 10 June 1819 – 31 December 1877) was a French painter who led the Realism movement in 19th-century French painting.

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