The artwork titled “Vase of Poppies” was created by the artist Odilon Redon. It is an oil on canvas painting, which measures 65.4 cm in height and 54.6 cm in width. This piece is recognized as a flower painting, and although it is listed under the Art Movement of Realism, Odilon Redon is more commonly associated with Symbolism. The painting is part of a private collection.
The artwork itself displays a bouquet of vivid red poppies arranged in a greenish vase. The poppies dominate the composition, imbuing it with a sense of life and vitality through their bright red hues. Redon’s brushwork gives the petals a soft, almost dreamlike quality that contrasts with the restrained and more mellow tones of the background. The backdrop is adorned with gentle splashes of color that subtly complement the central floral subject. The choice of a simple vase allows the viewer’s attention to remain focused on the poppies themselves, testifying to the artist’s capacity to infuse the canvas with a dynamic yet harmonious interplay of color and form.
