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Study of Two Magnolia Blossoms

Martin Johnson Heade

1870

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From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

American Impressionism Late 19th Century Floral

Dominant colour

Study of Two Magnolia Blossoms is a 1870 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?: 1870 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About this work

This painting shows two large, white magnolia blossoms. One is open, while the other is still closed. They're set against a plain background. The blossoms are painted in soft, gentle colors. The open one has delicate, curved petals that are slightly yellowish at the center. The closed blossom is more rounded, with a few petals starting to unfurl. The artist has used a subtle, realistic style to capture the beauty of these flowers. If you're interested in seeing more of this artist's work, you can look up Martin Johnson Heade.