Still life with carnations, roses, hollyhocks and other flowers in a sculpted bronze urn with butterflies in an alcove (1786)

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This exquisite artwork, "Still Life with Carnations, Roses, Hollyhocks, and Other Flowers in a Sculpted Bronze Urn with Butterflies in an Alcove" by Johann Baptist Drechsler, painted in 1786, presents a masterful expression of nature's vibrant beauty captured within the bounds of a still life composition.The painting showcases a lavish assortment of flowers, luxuriantly overflowing from an ornate golden bronze urn, emphasizing the artist’s keen eye for detail and color. A variety of blooms including carnations, roses, and hollyhocks are rendered with astonishing realism and intricacy, their petals vibrant against the subdued, dark background. The arrangement also features a rich tapestry of leaves, adding depth and texture to the composition.Adding another layer of charm to this floral spectacle are butterflies, delicately interacting with the blooms, hinting at the transient beauty of nature. These elements are not just mere decorations but symbolize the fragility of life and the fleeting beauty of existence. The urn itself is a sculpture of art, with detailed imagery that complements the overall grandeur of the bouquet.Set against the backdrop of a dimly lit alcove, the shadows and light play intriguingly with the colors and forms, creating a dramatic yet serene atmosphere. This backdrop serves not only as a contrast but also highlights the vividness and luminosity of the floral arrangement.

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Johann Baptist Drechsler was an Austrian painter of flowers.

Drechsler was born in Vienna in 1766, the son of a porcelain painter. In 1787 he became the first professor of flower-painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, where his students included Josef Nigg and Franz Xaver Petter. His style was particularly influenced by the finely detailed work of the Dutch flower-painter Jan van Huysum. He is recorded as working at the Vienna Porcelain Manufactory between 1772 and 1782.

Giclée quality print

59x80 cm

€35.00