Painter: Hermine B. Nijhoff
Artwork type: Oil on canvas (hand-signed)
Year: 1949
Technique: Oil paint
Support: canvas
Framed: Framed
Dimensions
- Incl. frame: 80 x 65.5 cm (h x w)
- Canvas: 70 x 55.5 cm (h x w)
Signed: Hand-signed and artist's label on the back
This oil painting on canvas, titled 'Flower Still Life', was created in 1949 by the Dutch artist Hermine B. Nijhoff. The work depicts a classic flower still life, a genre that has held a prominent place in painting throughout the centuries.
The painting is executed in oil on canvas and shows a multicolored bouquet in a blue-green 'Chinese Shiwan' ginger jar, placed next to a white cup on a draped cloth. The composition is characterized by expressive use of color with shades of pink, blue, white, and green against a muted background. The work is signed in the lower right corner and dated '49. On the back, there is a label with the artist's name, address, the title of the work, and a former price indication. The painting is set in a simple wooden frame.
The artwork is in good condition, commensurate with its age. The paint layer displays the characteristic texture of the oil painting technique, and the original appearance has been well preserved.
This floral still life makes for an atmospheric addition to a classic or eclectic interior. The work comes into its own in a living room, hallway, or study, where it adds a touch of historical charm and color to the space.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGreen, Blue, White, Multi Color, PinkMaterialWood, CanvasNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight80 cmWidth65 cm