Still Life of Vases of Flowers on a WhatNot
£1,175.00
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Edmond Xavier Kapp’s Still Life of Vases of Flowers on a WhatNot (1954) is a refined oil on canvas composition. The arrangement features a duo of vases filled with vibrant blooms, placed on a tiered whatnot shelf. Kapp’s precise brushwork and balanced palette lend the piece a sense of harmony and elegance, and would complement a formal sitting room or a hallway.
Dimensions
H: 80cm, W: 58cm, D: 3cm
Delivery
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Features
notes
Edmond Xavier Kapp’s Still Life of Vases of Flowers on a WhatNot (1954) is a refined oil on canvas composition. The arrangement features a duo of vases filled with vibrant blooms, placed on a tiered whatnot shelf. Kapp’s precise brushwork and balanced palette lend the piece a sense of harmony and elegance, and would complement a formal sitting room or a hallway.
Artist
Edmond Xavier Kapp (1890–1978) was a British painter and caricaturist known for his depictions of prominent figures of his time. Born in London to a German-Jewish family, he studied at Christ's College, Cambridge, and furthered his education in Paris and Rome. Kapp served as an official war artist during World War II, producing notable works such as the Life under London series. His art is held in esteemed collections, including the National Portrait Gallery, the Imperial War Museum, and the Fitzwilliam Museum. In his later years, Kapp embraced abstract painting, showcasing his versatility and evolution as an artist.
Details
- Original piece
- Material: Oil on canvas, signed and dated 'Kapp '54' lower right
- Framed: Yes
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