Mid-Century French Still Life of Radiant Carnations - 24¾" x 32¼"

This mid-20th-century French oil on wood panel, signed _Bassol_ at the lower left, presents a magnificent bouquet of carnations arranged in a cobalt-blue bowl against a softly modulated grey ground. The blossoms range from coral to rose, cream, and pale yellow, their ruffled petals and verdant foliage modeled with crisp highlights. By setting the exuberant blooms against a calm grey backdrop, the artist heightens their decorative brilliance, transforming a simple floral arrangement into an emblem of warmth and joy. The painting is housed in a subtly distressed giltwood frame with a stepped profile and an off-white inner border that contrasts elegantly with the painting's bright hues.

Carnations, long symbolic of affection, devotion, and enduring love, carry rich layers of meaning in art history. Their varied colors create a lively harmony while embodying tenderness and constancy. This symbolism also makes the work a thoughtful and meaningful gift for a loved one.

This medium-scale painting brings charm and brightness to any room with its floral energy. It also suits more intimate spaces such as a bedroom vanity, a powder room, or a garden room, where the bouquet’s soft palette and affectionate symbolism create a serene and uplifting atmosphere.