Blooming Clover c. 1897

jacvanlooij

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

plant

painting painterly

watercolour bleed

watercolor

"Blooming Clover" is a captivating oil painting by Jac van Looij, created around 1897. The artwork showcases the artist's keen eye for detail as it depicts a close-up view of a lush field bursting with wildflowers. The composition is characterized by a vibrant interplay of colors, featuring delicate white clover blossoms, purple wildflowers, and a subtle background of green foliage. The brushstrokes, both loose and precise, contribute to the painting's realism and create a sense of depth and texture, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the scene.

Comments

rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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Van Looij made this study of a meadow filled with clover for a painting of a girl, Aaltje, lying in the grass. This close-up submerges us in nature and allows us – like Aaltje – to directly enjoy the flowers. Van Looij would continue on this path, making flowers his main subject, such as in Summer Luxuriance, the painting on the opposite wall.