An artwork on Galleree from The Art Institute of Chicago.
About the artwork
Still LifeAndré Dunoyer de Segonzac
French, 1884-1974
1920/24
France
53.4 × 43.2 cm (21 × 17 in.)
Oil on panel
Helen Birch Bartlett Memorial Collection
['still life', 'plants', 'trees', 'flowers', 'hats']
['painting', 'modern and contemporary art']
In a realm where stillness reigns, André Dunoyer de Segonzac captures a tranquil moment, inviting the observer to pause amidst the vibrant embrace of nature. Here, a bouquet of soft pink blooms rests serenely within a cobalt vessel, their delicate petals contrasting with the lush, verdant backdrop that whispers the secrets of a sun-drenched afternoon.
The canvas hums with understated energy as the painter plays with light and shadow, creating a dance that enlivens the otherwise calm composition. A broad-brimmed hat, perhaps left behind in a moment of leisure, lies slightly askew on a modest tabletop, its dark hue grounding the scene, while the subtly folded cloth adds to the gentle rhythm of everyday life.
Each stroke of de Segonzac’s brush tells a story of simplicity and beauty, drawing the viewer into a reverie where time slows, and the mundane flourishes—where even a solitary moment can bloom into something profound. This still life is more than an arrangement of objects; it is a meditation on presence, an invitation to savor the quiet pleasures that often escape our attention in the clamor of life. Thus, one finds peace, not just in the objects portrayed, but in the tranquil spirit they embody, urging us to embrace the gentle elegance that surrounds us.
About the artist
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