Still Life with Roses, Fruit, and Blue Goblet
Painting on canvas; likely oil on stretched canvas • Unknown amateur or student artist; mid-century European or American school
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionist influence / Mid-century Modernist representative still life
Medium & Technique
Oil on canvas; executed with visible brushstrokes and moderate impasto in the floral highlights
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1940-1960)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 24 x 36 inches; horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A traditional still life arrangement featuring a blue glass goblet containing red and yellow roses, flanked by a wooden bowl of fruit (bananas, lemon, orange) and loose fruit (pear, orange) on a draped light-blue cloth against a brown background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair; the canvas appears loose on the stretcher and shows significant surface dirt and edge wear
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Likely a private family heirloom; absence of gallery labels suggests non-commercial origin or local estate sale history
Art Historical Significance
Representative of mid-century domestic art production; reflects the enduring influence of Cezanne and Post-Impressionism on student and hobbyist painters in the 20th century.
Notable Features
Vibrant use of primary colors (red, yellow, blue) and a casual, expressive handling of the drapery folds.
Condition Issues
Visible sagging of canvas, paint loss along the edges, surface grime, and lack of a protective frame resulting in corner damage.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning by a professional, restretching to correct sagging, and custom framing for structural support and aesthetic finish.