Artwork
Flowers: Poppies and Daisies
Flowers: Poppies and Daisies is an unspecified painting by the Realist artist Odilon Redon. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
Flowers: Poppies and Daisies is a 1867 painting by Odilon Redon, a French artist associated with the Symbolist movement. The work is an early example of Redon's still-life compositions.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a brown jug with a handle, adorned with two red poppies and a white daisy, arranged on one side with stems extending into the jug. The simple arrangement is set against a deep, dark background.
Technique & Style
Redon rendered the flowers and jug in a realistic style, with detailed petals and centers, and subtle shading and texture. The use of dark colors and chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, contributing to the overall effect of simplicity and elegance.
History & Provenance
Created early in Redon's career, the painting reflects his initial focus on still-life subjects before shifting to pastel and oil in the 1890s. It is now part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
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Artist
Born Bertrand-Jean Redon on 20 April 1840 in Bordeaux, the artist adopted the name Odilon from his mother, Marie-Odile.
