Artwork
Still Life with Moss Roses in a Basket
Still Life with Moss Roses in a Basket is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Still Life with Moss Roses in a Basket, created by Paul Gauguin in 1894, is an oil painting categorized under the Post-Impressionist movement. It features a floral still life, characteristic of Gauguin's experimental approach to color and composition.
Subject & Meaning
The painting centers on a loosely arranged bouquet of pink moss roses with green leaves in a light brown, ribbon-adorned basket, placed on a table. The emphasis on the vibrant flowers suggests an exploration of natural beauty and color expression.
Technique & Style
Gauguin's Synthetist style is evident in the bold, expressive use of color, particularly in the contrasting blue-green background, which heightens the visual impact of the pink flowers. The detailed yet subdued depiction of the basket and table underscores the flowers as the focal point.
History & Provenance
Painted in 1894, the work is now part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Gauguin's influence on late 19th-century European art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eugène Henri Paul Gauguin (; French: ; 7 June 1848 – 8 May 1903) was a French painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramist, and writer, whose work has been primarily associated with the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements.
