Tulips in a Brown Jar 1933

"Tulips in a Brown Jar" (1933) by Scottish painter Samuel Peploe (1871-1935) is a vivid still life featuring a bouquet of tulips in a white vase, along with a vibrant orange and other still life elements. Peploe's bold brushstrokes and use of color create a dynamic and energetic composition, capturing the essence of the subject with a sense of immediacy. This painting exemplifies Peploe's signature style, which was heavily influenced by Post-Impressionism and Fauvism. It demonstrates the artist's fascination with color and light, a characteristic that defined his work throughout his career.