Calla Lily Painting Appraisal

Floral Still Life Oil Painting with Calla Lilies and Amaryllis

This item is an oil painting on canvas depicting a floral still life. The composition features a prominent arrangement of white calla lilies and red amaryllis flowers in a decorative vase against a dark, possibly black or very dark brown, background. The calla lilies are rendered with thick impasto, particularly noticeable on their spadices, giving them a tactile quality. The red amaryllis flowers show delicate veining on their petals. The vase appears to be ceramic or porcelain, painted with intricate scenes or figures in shades of blue, orange, and possibly other muted colors. The overall color palette is somewhat subdued, with the vibrant reds and whites of the flowers contrasting against the dark background and the pastel tones of the vase. The painting is housed in a substantial gold-toned wooden frame with visible carved or molded decorative elements, including a rope-like pattern along the inner edge. The frame shows some signs of age and wear consistent with an older piece, including slight discoloration or dust accumulation in crevices. Two minor imperfections are visible on the canvas: a small light spot on one of the white calla lilies and another lighter mark near the top edge of the painting, likely surface abrasions or minor paint losses. The canvas itself appears to be old, and while the painting is signed, a date and number are not discernible, suggesting it is a unique piece. The style suggests a traditional, possibly academic, approach to still life painting, with attention to light and shadow, and botanical detail. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, with careful rendering of the floral forms and the decorative elements of the vase. This piece likely dates from the late 19th to mid-20th century, given its aesthetic and framing style.