Still Life of Roses in a Vase

Still Life of Roses in a Vase

Auguste Renoir

1890

oil

From the collection of Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting shows a vase filled with pink roses. The flowers are arranged loosely, and the petals are painted in soft, feathery brushstrokes. The vase is white and sits on a table or other surface that is not clearly visible. The background of the painting is a warm, golden color that complements the pink of the roses. The overall effect is one of softness and delicacy. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy the works of Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

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