Hans Keller, Still Life with Flowers and Teacup, Oil Painting on Canvas, early 20th century

An early 20th-century oil on canvas by French painter Hans Keller (1884-1983), depicting a bouquet of dahlias in a brown terracotta vase, displayed on a round table covered by a cloth and a teacup in the foreground. This still life showcases a warm and earthy palette of colours, where the browns of the background and the vase blend harmoniously with red, purple, and green hues. The light creates lively contrasts, highlighting the whites of the cloth and flowers against the darker tones of the painting. Characterful objects such as the terracotta vase with handles or the cup and saucer create a charming sense of place, while the liveliness of flowers and the floral patterns of the tablecloth bring this scene to life.

This wonderfully mellow scene, evocative of country interiors, is signed by the artist at the front and complemented with an elegant black wood frame with gilded accents.