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Red and White Geraniums, by Francis Edward RWS James, watercolor, 1870

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Overview

Red and White Geraniums is a 1870 watercolor by Francis Edward RWS James, a Impressionism work, depicting Bouquet, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Francis Edward RWS James
When & what style?
1870 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a vase of flowers—mostly red and white geraniums—with a few orange blooms mixed in. The petals are soft and slightly blurred, while the green leaves stand out sharply. The background looks like a rough, dark surface, maybe stone or wood, with some lighter patches. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the flowers a fresh, almost alive feel. The artist used watercolor, letting the colors blend naturally without hard lines. Check out James, Francis Edward RWS for more of his floral work.

The story of this work

Overview

The watercolour *Red and White Geraniums* by Francis Edward James, dated 1870, depicts a still life arrangement of geranium flowers in red and white hues.

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About the artist

Artist

Francis Edward RWS James

This British artist painted delicate watercolors of flowers in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

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