Bowl with Zinnias and Other Flowers
1886 National Gallery of Canada
About this artwork
This painting is a still life depicting a lush bouquet of zinnias and other flowers arranged in a green ceramic bowl. It reflects Van Gogh's characteristic Post-Impressionist style with thick impasto and vibrant color.
Did you know?
During his time in Paris (1886-1888), Van Gogh painted numerous flower still lifes, often using them as a way to experiment with color and brushwork. These works, including "Bowl with Zinnias and Other Flowers," demonstrate his departure from darker Dutch palettes and embrace of brighter, more varied hues influenced by Impressionism and Neo-Impressionism. They were crucial in developing the distinctive style that would define his later, more famous works.
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Bowl with Zinnias and Other Flowers
Vincent van Gogh, 1886
