Original artwork description:

№SERB 1177

The oil painting on canvas titled "Bouquet of Chrysanthemums" presents a stunning still life that encapsulates the grace and depth of autumn through a harmonious composition of flowers, color, and texture. At the heart of the piece is a vibrant arrangement of chrysanthemums in full bloom, their layered petals bursting in a delicate spectrum of pinks, whites, soft greens, and purples. These richly colored blossoms fill the canvas with life, emotion, and a sense of seasonal transition. The flowers are placed in a simple, transparent glass vase that reflects and refracts the surrounding hues with subtle elegance. Through thick, expressive brushstrokes, the artist captures the structure of the glass with remarkable dexterity, making the water inside and the curved surface of the vase shimmer under the warm, ambient light. The vase rests on a richly textured cloth draped across the table—a backdrop of deep burgundy, rose, and violet tones that adds a sense of drama and contrast to the soft delicacy of the chrysanthemums. Each bloom appears to be lovingly painted with thick impasto technique, lending the petals a tactile quality. The artist's palette knife work adds a dimensional, sculptural presence to the petals, drawing the viewer in to appreciate the intricate play of light and shadow across their textured surfaces. The petals overlap and intermingle, creating a rhythmic flow that feels both spontaneous and perfectly balanced. The soft whites and pale greens provide contrast to the dominant pink tones, preventing the composition from becoming overly uniform and enhancing its visual interest. Dark green leaves cascade from the bouquet, anchoring the composition with their broad, jagged edges. These leaves are painted in a more controlled manner, serving as a grounding element amidst the vibrant explosion of petals. Their somber tones and deliberate positioning create a natural frame that draws the viewer’s eye back toward the heart of the bouquet. Below the vase, a few golden-yellow maple leaves have been carefully arranged on the table, signaling the presence of autumn. These leaves are rendered with the same expressive impasto technique, their textures and colors echoing the vibrancy of the flowers above. Their placement suggests a narrative moment—perhaps these leaves were collected during a walk through the garden or forest and laid beside the bouquet as a tender tribute to the passing season.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Bouquet of chrysanthemums"
* ARTISTS: Boris Serdyuk
* SIZE: 80x60 cm/'31.49x23.62 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

Materials used:

oil

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