Flowers by the Sea 

David Burliuk painted "Flowers by the Sea" with oil on canvas; we don't know exactly when, but it reflects his life as an émigré. Born in Ukraine, he traveled widely before settling in the United States. The painting depicts a bright bouquet in a bowl set against a seascape. Burliuk’s style, with its thick application of paint, aligns with the early 20th-century avant-garde movements. However, the choice of flowers as a subject also speaks to more traditional artistic themes, such as beauty and nature. Perhaps the most revealing aspect of the work is the setting. We know that Burliuk, like many immigrants, found solace and inspiration in America's landscapes, particularly its coasts. The combination of the intimate still life and expansive marine view invites us to consider the experience of being in a new place, carrying memories of a homeland, and finding beauty in the present. Burliuk once said, “Art is the bridge between the artist’s soul and the world.” "Flowers by the Sea" is a testament to the artist's soul.