The artwork titled “Still Life Dahlias in a Green Vase,” created by Henri Fantin-Latour in 1868, is rendered in oil on canvas. Classified under the Realism art movement, this piece represents the still life genre and is currently part of a private collection.
In the artwork, a green vase brimming with dahlias of various colors, including deep red, soft pink, vibrant yellow, and pristine white, takes central stage against a dark, textured background. The flowers’ blooms are lush and richly detailed, exhibiting the artist’s meticulous attention to natural forms and textures. Composed alongside the vase are a plate of glistening grapes and a few peaches, with one halved to reveal its juicy, succulent interior. The artist’s masterful use of light and shadow imparts a vivid realism to the fruit and flowers, creating a harmonious composition that exudes tranquility and timeless beauty.
