Contemporary Watercolor of Cherries in a Bowl

This is a contemporary watercolor painting, measuring 8x12 inches, that has been mounted onto a canvas substrate. The composition is a classic still life featuring a mound of ripe cherries overflowing from a simple, rounded bowl. The artist utilizes several difficult watercolor techniques, including wet-on-wet washes for the soft, diffused background and bowl shadows, and more concentrated wet-on-dry applications to define the individual cherries. The color palette revolves around warm vermillion and madder red for the fruit, contrasted with cool lavender and grayish-blue tones in the bowl and surrounding space. Notable stylistic elements include intentional splatter or 'flicking' techniques across the paper, adding a dynamic, expressive texture to the work. The stems are rendered with delicate, fine line work. The mounting on canvas is a modern presentation choice that eliminates the need for traditional glazing (glass). While no signature is immediately visible in the provided image, the craftsmanship shows a high degree of control over pigment flow and light reflection (indicated by the white highlights on the fruit). The condition appears to be excellent with no visible fading, foxing, or tears, suggesting a piece from the late 20th or early 21st century.