Artwork

Roses

Roses, by Grace Joel, oil, 1898
Roses, by Grace Joel, oil, 1898

Roses is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Grace Joel. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

About this work

Overview

Roses is an 1898 oil painting by Grace Joel, a New Zealand artist known for portraiture and figure painting, associated with the Impressionist movement.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a loosely arranged bouquet of light pink roses with green leaves against a muted gray-brown background, evoking delicate beauty, simplicity, and the fleeting nature of the flowers.

Technique & Style

Characterized by visible brushstrokes and subtle color variations, the work employs a soft, Impressionistic style to capture the quiet elegance of its subject.

History & Provenance

Roses is part of the collection at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Artist & collection

Artist

Grace Joel

Grace Jane Joel (28 May 1865–6 March 1924) was a New Zealand artist best known for her ability as a portraitist and figure painter.