{"product_id":"new-italian-bouquet","title":"Italian Bouquet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19th-century oil on hardboard, this floral still life draws inspiration from the great tradition of Italian Baroque flower painting of the 17th century. A generous bouquet is arranged in an ornate metal footed bowl with gilt decoration. The composition stands out against a dark background, giving the work a particularly strong graphic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe richness of the bouquet contrasts with the remarkable balance of its composition. The flowers extend in different directions, some fully open, others still in bud or bending downward. This variety brings a wonderful sense of movement to the composition, while the repetition of colors gives the whole its coherence. Colors echo from one flower to another, creating a true sense of harmony within this floral abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handling of the paint contributes fully to this balance. The brushwork is controlled, shaping the volumes with precision while maintaining a relatively smooth surface, without pronounced impasto. Particular attention is given to the variety of flowers and the modeling of their petals, whose nuances and transitions of color distinguish the different species. This refinement of execution recalls the treatment of Italian floral still lifes of the 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChiaroscuro also plays an essential role. The deeply dark background brings the flowers forward and emphasizes their volume, while the light gradually reveals their colors and forms. In the lower part of the composition, a subtle gradation in the background, darker on the left and slightly lighter toward the right, introduces a discreet sense of depth. The metal bowl, with its silver reflections, provides the transition between the bouquet and this darker space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is presented in an elegant antique gilt frame, whose moldings alternate between golden tones and darker lines, extending the contrasts and reinforcing the overall harmony of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Size: 29.1\" × 22.4\" \/ 74 × 57 cm. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize without the frame: 25.2\" × 18.5\" \/ 64 × 47 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Italy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAnonymous.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Creation date: Late 19th century. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConditions: A few old grayish marks are visible in different areas of the composition, particularly on the vase, to its left, and near the flowers in the upper section. These are not areas of paint loss. The panel also shows some marks and small surface impacts that do not detract from the overall appearance of the painting and contribute to its character. The frame shows numerous small impacts and signs of wear, with no significant loss of gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Oil on hardboard with an antique wood-and-stucco light frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped with DHL: Complimentary shipping to the US and Europe. A surcharge will be applied for deliveries to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDDP shipping: All taxes and import fees are included in the listed price.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(179, 179, 179);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(179, 179, 179);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Our descriptions are originally written in French and translated into English; please excuse any subtle nuances that may arise in translation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"French Art Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58752004391243,"sku":null,"price":843.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0461\/8754\/4734\/files\/antique-art-dealer-gallery-1_22181dd2-3e64-4f92-83a2-d067be30b152.jpg?v=1791647893","url":"https:\/\/www.frenchartshop.com\/en-gb\/products\/new-italian-bouquet","provider":"French Art Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}