Petunia 1925

"Petunia," a 1925 painting by Georgia O'Keeffe, exemplifies her signature style of close-up, magnified views of flowers. The painting features a single petunia, rendered in rich, vibrant hues of purple and lavender, against a soft, white background. O'Keeffe's simplified forms and emphasis on the organic curves of the flower's petals create an almost abstract composition, while the intimate scale suggests a focus on the sensual and the symbolic. This work is a testament to O'Keeffe's groundbreaking approach to the floral still life, moving beyond traditional representation to explore the abstract beauty of nature.