Still Life with Thistle Bloom (1919) by Paul Klee

Still Life with Thistle Bloom - Paul Klee - 1919

Artwork Information

TitleStill Life with Thistle Bloom
ArtistPaul Klee
Date1919
Mediumoil,cardboard
Dimensions43 x 49 cm
Art MovementExpressionism

About Still Life with Thistle Bloom

The artwork “Still Life with Thistle Bloom” was created by Paul Klee in 1919. This piece is executed in oil on cardboard and belongs to the Expressionism movement. The painting measures 43 by 49 centimeters and is categorized within the still life genre.

Upon examining the artwork, one is immediately struck by its bold use of color and abstract representation. The focal point appears to be a thistle bloom prominently positioned close to the center. Surrounding the central thistle are various abstract shapes and forms that seem to represent pots, floral elements, and perhaps other plant life, all imbued with a sense of vitality and organic growth. The palette is dark yet luminous, with highlights capturing the textures and contours of the objects depicted.

Klee’s painting style here is characterized by expressive, gestural brushwork that suggests movement and a playful engagement with the subject matter. The artwork challenges traditional perceptions of still life painting by offering a composition that is both symbolic and poetic, arguably reflecting the subconscious and emotional state as much as any external reality. It is an excellent representation of the fluidity and transformative power of the Expressionist movement.

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