Sunflowers in a Copper Vase
Painting on canvas or board • Likely a prolific decorative artist or talented amateur (signed 'T.L.' bottom right)
Style & Movement
Mid-century Floral Realism / Decorative Art
Medium & Technique
Oil or acrylic painting; employs wet-on-wet technique with highlights on the copper vessel and layered petals
Creation Period
Late 20th century (circa 1970s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches; vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A bouquet of seven blooming sunflowers arranged in a rounded rustic copper vessel atop a brown surface. Several fallen yellow petals lie at the base. The background is a neutral greyish-white gradient.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible surface wear and age-related darkening
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired from a commercial art gallery or local art fair; consistent with home decorative market pieces
Art Historical Significance
Limited; it serves as a decorative homage to the floral still life tradition popularized by van Gogh, intended for domestic interior aesthetic rather than institutional art history.
Notable Features
Features a distinct texture on the copper pot to simulate metallic sheen; signed with initials 'T.L.' in the lower right corner
Condition Issues
Visible vertical scratches on the lower right side, possible yellowing of varnish, and surface grime
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning by a professional to remove grime; revarnishing if the original coating has yellowed; reframing in a deeper profile frame to protect edges