“Still Life Majolica Jug with Wildflowers” is an oil painting on canvas by Vincent van Gogh, executed in 1888 in Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. The artwork, representative of the Post-Impressionism movement, falls under the still life genre. The piece is currently housed at the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
The artwork features a detailed composition of vibrant wildflowers arranged in a richly decorated majolica jug. The wildflowers, with their diverse textures and hues, stand out against a warm yellow background. Adjacent to the jug, a delicately crafted cup and three vivid oranges are depicted, adding to the composition’s complexity and visual interest. The juxtaposition of the rough, natural elements of the wildflowers with the polished surfaces of the jug and cup creates a dynamic contrast, characteristic of Van Gogh’s expressive style. The artist’s use of bold, energetic brushstrokes and a vivid color palette injects life into the still life arrangement, conveying a sense of movement and vibrancy. The entire scene evokes a sense of simple, rustic beauty and tranquil domesticity.
