Chrysanthemums 1889

"Chrysanthemums" is a still life oil painting by French artist Henri Fantin-Latour from 1889. The painting features a vase overflowing with vibrant chrysanthemums in various shades of red, white, and yellow. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the delicate rendering of the petals and stems, as well as the subtle variations in color and texture. Fantin-Latour was a prominent figure in the Realist movement, known for his elegant and refined still life paintings. This work exemplifies his mastery of the genre, capturing the beauty and fragility of nature with a sense of timeless elegance.