Vase with Red Tulips
Original painting on paper or board • Unknown amateur or student artist; reflects the influence of Fauvism and Henri Matisse's late period
Style & Movement
Fauvism-inspired Contemporary Art, Expressionism
Medium & Technique
Acrylic or opaque gouache; employs bold, flat color blocking and visible gestural brushwork with minimal blending
Creation Period
Late 20th century to early 21st century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 12 x 16 inches (30 x 40 cm); vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A vibrant still life featuring two large red tulips with yellow accents in a multicolored globular vase. The composition uses high-contrast primary and secondary colors against a turquoise blue background and an orange tabletop.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible surface texture suggests recent creation with no significant aging or pigment loss
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $200 USD
Auction Estimate
$40 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely private collection from a local artisan market or student exhibition
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of modern decorative still life influenced by early 20th-century color theory, specifically the Fauvist liberation of color from representative reality.
Notable Features
Striking use of arbitrary color for the vase's shadows; high saturation and bold, unmixed pigments typical of student expressionist studies.
Condition Issues
Slight edge curling visible near the bottom-right corner; minor unevenness in the paint application on the background.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional framing using UV-protective glass and acid-free matting; avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading of sensitive red pigments.