White Vase With Flowers 1916 by Odilon Redon
White Vase With Flowers (1916)
A luminous arrangement from Redon's late career, where delicate blooms emerge against atmospheric hues. This 1916 composition distills nature through the artist's signature synthesis of realism and dreamlike abstraction.
Odilon Redon's Floral Mastery in His Final Decade
Created in 1916, "White Vase With Flowers" represents Odilon Redon's mature exploration of floral still life, marking a departure from his earlier symbolic works. This period saw the artist embracing more direct representations of nature while retaining his distinctive atmospheric quality. The composition's restrained palette and careful arrangement of blooms reflect Redon's deep engagement with the interplay between form and color.
The painting belongs to Redon's late career when he focused intensively on still life subjects, particularly floral arrangements. Unlike his earlier works that often incorporated fantastical elements, this piece demonstrates a more straightforward engagement with observable reality, albeit filtered through his unique artistic sensibility. The work's creation coincided with a period when European art was undergoing significant transformations, with Post-Impressionist artists like Redon paving the way for modernist developments.
Redon's Post-Impressionist Vision
As a key figure in Post-Impressionism, Odilon Redon developed a visual language that bridged the gap between the natural world and the realm of imagination. His work from this period, including "White Vase With Flowers," demonstrates a refined approach to color and composition that influenced subsequent artistic movements. Redon's ability to infuse ordinary subjects with a sense of wonder distinguishes his contribution to late 19th and early 20th century art.
This particular work exemplifies Redon's mastery of creating depth and texture through subtle color transitions. The artist's technique of layering thin glazes of paint results in a luminous quality that brings the floral arrangement to life. Within Redon's oeuvre, "White Vase With Flowers" occupies an important position as it represents his mature style, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy become beautifully blurred.
The Technique Behind the Composition
Arrangement and Space
The composition employs a carefully balanced arrangement where the vase and flowers occupy the central vertical axis. Redon creates a sense of three-dimensionality through the strategic placement of blooms at varying depths within the picture plane.
Color and Light
Soft transitions between warm and cool tones generate the work's atmospheric quality. Redon's use of complementary colors in the floral elements creates visual vibration, while the muted background allows the arrangement to command attention.
Print & Frame Details
| Artist | Odilon Redon |
| Original Year | 1916 |
| Art Style | Post-Impressionism |
| Subject Matter | Floral still life |
| Size | 30×40 cm (12×16") |
| Print Method | Framed Poster |
| Paper | 310gsm Hahnemühle museum etching paper |
| Frame | Sustainable hardwood with conservation-grade materials |
| Glazing | UV-protective acrylic |
| Shipping | Free worldwide (5–10 business days) |
| Returns | 30-day window for exchange or store credit |
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View Print DetailsInterior Design Guide
The 30×40 cm format makes this print ideal for creating a focal point above console tables or mantelpieces. Its warm tonal range complements spaces with neutral wall colors, particularly soft grays and warm whites. Consider pairing with natural wood furnishings to echo the organic subject matter. The work's balanced composition allows it to function equally well in traditional or contemporary interiors.
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What paper and printing methods are used?
Our prints are produced using giclée methods on 310gsm Hahnemühle museum etching paper for exceptional color fidelity and longevity. This archival-quality paper ensures the print maintains its vibrancy for decades.
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