Pink Roses, Chinese Vase 1920

"Pink Roses, Chinese Vase" is a still life oil painting by Samuel Peploe from 1920. Peploe was a Scottish painter known for his vibrant color palette and bold compositions, characteristics present in this work. The artwork features a vase filled with pink roses, a prominent red tablecloth, and a blue and white Chinese vase. The composition is simple, yet dynamic, showcasing Peploe's signature style of expressive brushwork and bold simplification of forms. The contrasting colors and simplified shapes enhance the visual impact of the painting, creating a striking and memorable still life.