Peaches with oleaster branches 1973

Mariam Aslamazian’s 1973 painting, “Peaches with Oleaster Branches,” is a still life showcasing the artist's mastery of color and form. The vibrant fruit, arranged in two bowls, is rendered in a variety of warm hues, creating a sense of abundance and vibrancy. The branches of oleaster leaves, a symbol of peace and longevity, add a touch of natural beauty to the composition, balancing the richness of the fruit. Aslamazian’s use of bold brushstrokes and a limited color palette, emphasizing reds, yellows, and browns, evokes a sense of both realism and stylized expression. The painting’s simplified forms and compositional balance suggest the influence of the artist’s early training in Paris, while the subject matter and palette reflect her Armenian heritage.