The Basket of Flowers (c. 1913-1917)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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"The Basket of Flowers," painted by Frederick Carl Frieseke around 1913-1917, showcases his unique impressionistic style and sensitive use of light and color. This tranquil piece of art features a young woman absorbed in arranging a basket of vibrant flowers. Seated against a softly patterned, floral background that almost seems to echo the blooms in her basket, the woman's concentration and the delicate handling of the petals suggest a moment of peaceful solitude.Frieseke's adept use of light is visible in how it illuminates the subject, highlighting her striped blouse and the gentle folds of her skirt, and enhancing the natural vibrancy of the flowers. The pastel color palette creates a dreamy atmosphere, allowing viewers to feel the quietude and contemplation conveyed by the woman's gentle activity.This painting is an enchanting representation of everyday beauty and serenity, characteristic of Frieseke's work, and remains a wonderful example of American Impressionism.
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Frederick Carl Frieseke (April 7, 1874 – August 24, 1939) was an American Impressionist painter who spent most of his life as an expatriate in France. An influential member of the Giverny art colony, his paintings often concentrated on various effects of dappled sunlight.