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Study of Three Magnolia Blossoms

Martin Johnson Heade

1893

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From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

American Impressionism Late 19th Century Floral

Dominant colour

Study of Three Magnolia Blossoms is a 1893 unspecified by Martin Johnson Heade, a American Impressionism work, held at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

Who painted this?: Martin Johnson Heade
When & what style?: 1893 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About this work

This painting shows three large, white magnolia blossoms. They're the main focus, and you can see the details of their petals and the green leaves attached to them. The flowers are arranged in a way that makes them look like they're floating on the page. What catches your eye is the way the artist has painted the flowers. The petals are soft and delicate, and you can see the subtle differences in their shapes and sizes. The leaves are a deep green, and they add a pop of color to the otherwise white flowers. If you want to see more paintings like this, check out the work of Martin Johnson Heade.