The artwork titled “Petunias” was created by artist Henri Fantin-Latour in the year 1881. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece is a quintessential manifestation of the Realism art movement and belongs to the flower painting genre. It is currently housed at the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The artwork portrays an exquisite arrangement of petunia flowers in various stages of bloom. The delicate white and pink blossoms are depicted with meticulous attention to detail, conveying an almost tangible texture and softness. The flowers are surrounded by dark green foliage, creating a striking contrast against the muted brown background. The composition showcases Fantin-Latour’s adept skill in capturing the natural beauty and grace of floral subjects, reflecting his mastery in the realist depiction of still life.
