Two Pink Roses by Horace Pippin

Two Pink Roses 1940

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painting, oil-paint

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painting

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oil-paint

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landscape

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flower

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oil painting

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plant

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naive art

"Two Pink Roses" is a 1940 painting by Horace Pippin, an American self-taught artist who gained recognition for his powerful and evocative depictions of everyday life. This painting, with its bold colors and simplified forms, exemplifies Pippin's unique style. The two prominent roses, rendered in a vivid pink against a background of deep green leaves and a muted yellow ground, capture the essence of nature's beauty and the artist's appreciation for its simple pleasures. Pippin's work often explored themes of hope and resilience, reflecting his own experiences as a veteran of World War I and a Black man navigating a segregated society. "Two Pink Roses" stands as a testament to Pippin's artistic talent and his ability to create impactful art through a deeply personal lens.

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