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Vase of Flowers
Vase of Flowers is an unspecified painting by the American Impressionist artist John La Farge. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
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Overview
Vase of Flowers is a still life painting created by American artist John La Farge in 1864. Characterized by its focus on light and texture, the work showcases a vase with a floral arrangement on a round base, accompanied by a small paper on the adjacent table.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a domestic still life, featuring a dark, gold-adorned vase filled with loosely arranged pink, red, and white flowers. A small, unmarked paper on the table adds a subtle, enigmatic element to the composition.
Technique & Style
La Farge employed his innovative approach to color and light in this piece, evident in the vase's reflective qualities and the muted yellow-green background. While associated with American Impressionism, this work's style reflects La Farge's broader artistic explorations.
History & Provenance
Painted in 1864, Vase of Flowers is part of La Farge's early output, preceding his notable stained glass commissions, such as Trinity Church in Boston (beginning 1878). The painting is currently held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's collection.
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Artist
John La Farge (March 31, 1835 – November 14, 1910) was an American artist whose career spanned illustration, murals, interior design, painting, and popular books on his Asian travels and other art-related topics.
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