Who painted Fleurs (Flowers)?

Fleurs (Flowers) was painted by Charles-Louis-M. Houdard in 1895.

Where can I see Fleurs (Flowers)?

Fleurs (Flowers) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Fleurs (Flowers)?

Fleurs (Flowers) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Fleurs (Flowers)?

Museum-quality prints of Fleurs (Flowers) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Fleurs (Flowers)

Charles-Louis-M. Houdard , 1895

Fleurs (Flowers) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles-Louis-M. Houdard. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:stamped lower right in red: Ch (in monogram); lower right below plate mark in blue pencil: Ch. Houdard; stamped upper right verso in black: 012

About this work

Overview

Fleurs (Flowers) is an etching created by Charles-Louis-M. Houdard in 1895, showcasing a floral motif through a multi-colored print technique.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a vine with vibrant orange and yellow flowers intertwined with green leaves, accompanied by a hovering dragonfly. The still scene is enlivened by the dragonfly's presence, suggesting movement.

Technique & Style

Houdard employed a layered printing process using three separate plates in yellow, blue, and pink to achieve the desired hues, resulting in a visually striking representation of the floral subject.