Twelve Months of Flowers: October
1733
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1733
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting shows a large, ornate vase filled with a variety of flowers, including daisies, marigolds, and others. The vase sits on a dark, wooden table with the word "OCTOBER" carved into it. In front of the vase are some leaves and red berries. The background of the painting is a garden with trees, bushes, and a stone wall. The sky is cloudy and gray. This painting is a great example of Dutch Golden Age art. If you like this style, you might want to check out more works by Jacob van Huysum.
