Artwork

Yellow Dahlias

Yellow Dahlias, by Laura Coombs Hills, unspecified, 1927
Yellow Dahlias, by Laura Coombs Hills, unspecified, 1927

Yellow Dahlias is an unspecified painting by the American Impressionist artist Laura Coombs Hills. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

Yellow Dahlias is a still life painting created by American artist Laura Coombs Hills in 1927. It is a representative work of her oeuvre, which often featured flowers in watercolor and pastel.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a vase filled with yellow dahlias against a gold-colored background. The arrangement is loose and organic, with flowers facing various directions, creating a sense of serenity and elegance.

Technique & Style

The work exemplifies the American Impressionist movement, characterized by its focus on capturing light and color. The warm background complements the yellow flowers, contributing to the overall harmonious composition.

History & Provenance

Yellow Dahlias is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, where it remains to this day.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Laura Coombs Hills

Artist

Laura Coombs Hills

Laura Coombs Hills (1859–1952) was an American artist and illustrator who specialized in watercolor and pastel still life paintings, especially of flowers, and miniature portrait paintings on ivory.