Bouquet of Wild Flowers (c.1910) by Odilon Redon

Bouquet of Wild Flowers - Odilon Redon - c.1910

Artwork Information

TitleBouquet of Wild Flowers
ArtistOdilon Redon
Datec.1910
Mediumpastel,paper
Dimensions72 x 60 cm
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Bouquet of Wild Flowers

The artwork titled “Bouquet of Wild Flowers” was crafted by Odilon Redon around the year 1910. Utilizing the medium of pastel on paper, Redon contributed this work to the genre of flower painting. Measuring 72 by 60 centimeters, the piece is said to originate from the Realism movement, despite Redon being more famously associated with Symbolism. Currently, this artwork is held in a private collection.

The artwork presents a vibrant assemblage of wildflowers placed in a deep blue vase. The stark contrast between the colors of the blooms and the muted background emphasizes the bouquet’s delicate textures and varied hues. Redon’s use of pastels brings a softness to the botanical scene, creating an interplay of light and color that captures the ephemeral beauty of the flowers. The piece is imbued with a sense of naturalism and immediacy, as though the artist has just gathered the flowers and arranged them. Despite the stated association with Realism, one may observe hints of Redon’s Symbolist sensibilities in the dreamlike quality of the colors and the subtle yet emotive presence of the flowers.

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