Flowers on a Japanese Tray on a Mahogany Table
1890
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1890
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
This painting shows a still life of flowers on a Japanese tray on a mahogany table. The flowers are pink and white, and they're arranged in a loose, organic way. There's a large white flower in the center, and some smaller pink ones around it. The tray is rectangular and has a dark red color. The table is also dark red, and it has a smooth, glossy finish. The painting is done in oil paint, and it has a rich, textured quality to it. The brushstrokes are visible, and they add a sense of energy and movement to the painting. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you like this painting, you might also like the work of artist John La Farge.
