A Flower Still Life with Peonies, Irises, Hydrangea in a Copper Kettle, a Beetle and Butterflies by Marie Beloux-Hodieux
"A Flower Still Life with Peonies, Irises, Hydrangea in a Copper Kettle, a Beetle and Butterflies" by Marie Beloux-Hodieux, painted in 1885, features a lush arrangement of flowers in a copper kettle. Beloux-Hodieux, known for her detailed floral still lifes, captures the delicate beauty of peonies, irises, and hydrangeas with meticulous brushwork. The painting also includes a beetle and butterflies, adding a touch of naturalism and vitality to the composition. The rich colors and intricate details reflect her skill in portraying floral arrangements and her attention to the textures of both flowers and insects.
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Location and Date Created: Painted in France, 1885.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: A Flower Still Life with Peonies, Irises, Hydrangea in a Copper Kettle, a Beetle and Butterflies.
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Artwork Style: Realism.
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Current Location: The painting is part of a private collection or may be displayed in various exhibitions.
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Subject/Topic: A detailed floral still life featuring peonies, irises, and hydrangeas in a copper kettle, with additional elements of a beetle and butterflies.