Oriental Poppies 1928

"Oriental Poppies" (1928) is an oil painting by American artist Georgia O'Keeffe. O'Keeffe is known for her close-up depictions of flowers, particularly their sensual curves and textures. The painting presents a simplified, almost abstract, view of two poppies in a vivid palette of red, orange, and black. O'Keeffe's bold use of color and close-cropping creates a sense of intimacy and emphasizes the natural beauty of the subject. This iconic painting is a prime example of her artistic style, which helped elevate floral still-life art to a higher level of abstraction.