Who painted Dahlias in a Delft vase?

Dahlias in a Delft vase was painted by Paul Cezanne in 1873.

Where can I see Dahlias in a Delft vase?

Dahlias in a Delft vase is held by Musée d'Orsay.

What movement is Dahlias in a Delft vase?

Dahlias in a Delft vase is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Dahlias in a Delft vase

Paul Cezanne , 1873

Dahlias in a Delft vase is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Paul Cezanne. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Musée d'Orsay.

About this work

Overview

Dahlias in a Delft vase is a still-life painting executed in oil paint by Paul Cézanne in 1873. It is now part of the Louvre Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting features a Delftware vase with a blue and white floral pattern, filled with dahlias in various stages of bloom, set against a dark background. The arrangement of flowers and vase explores still-life composition and form.

Technique & Style

Visible brushstrokes give the painting a textured appearance. The flowers are depicted in shades of white, yellow, and orange. The work reflects Cézanne's engagement with Impressionist techniques, characteristic of his early period.

History & Provenance

Created in 1873, the painting predates Cézanne's later work that would influence avant-garde movements like Cubism. It is now held in the Louvre Museum.