Artwork

Roses in a vase

Roses in a vase, by Antoine Chazal, oil, 1845
Roses in a vase, by Antoine Chazal, oil, 1845

Roses in a vase is an oil painting by the Realist artist Antoine Chazal. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.

About this work

This painting is called Roses in a vase.
It was made by Antoine Chazal in 1845.
The artist used oil paint to create it.
The painting is a floral work, which means it depicts flowers.
Antoine Chazal was a French artist, and this work is part of the collection at the Fitzwilliam Museum.
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Overview

Roses in a vase is a 1845 oil painting by Antoine Chazal, a French artist known for still lifes and portraits. The work is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a floral arrangement, specifically roses in a vase. As a still life, it exemplifies the Realist movement's emphasis on everyday subjects.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work showcases Chazal's skill with the medium. His training under artists like Bidauld and Van Spaendonck likely influenced his technique.

History & Provenance

Chazal created the painting in 1845, following his training under several notable artists. He later held a position at the Jardin des Plantes, indicating a career trajectory that included both artistic and institutional roles.

Artist & collection

Artist

Antoine Chazal

Antoine Chazal (8 November 1793 – 12 August 1854) was a French painter of flowers and of portraits, as well as an engraver.

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