Artwork

Bouquet of Flowers with a Butterfly

Bouquet of Flowers with a Butterfly, by Josef Lauer, oil, 1850
Bouquet of Flowers with a Butterfly, by Josef Lauer, oil, 1850

Bouquet of Flowers with a Butterfly is an oil painting by the Realist artist Josef Lauer. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Bouquet of Flowers with a Butterfly is an oil still life painting created by Josef Lauer around 1850. It is housed at the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting features a bouquet of predominantly white and pink flowers with green foliage, accompanied by a butterfly with red, black, and yellow markings, set against a dark background. The arrangement is placed on a table or shelf, casting a subtle shadow.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of color and light contributes to the serene and elegant atmosphere of the work. The depiction of the flowers and butterfly suggests a focus on capturing their textures and hues.

Artist & collection

Artist

Josef Lauer

Josef Lauer (1818–1881) was an artist, born in Vienna.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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