Sunflower Still Life by G. Barrel (Italo George Botti)

This original oil on canvas painting measures 9.5” x 7.5” and is executed in a signature heavy impasto style. The composition features a vibrant bouquet of yellow sunflowers arranged in a simple, olive-hued vase. The artist, G. Barrel—a recognized pseudonym for Italo George Botti—utilizes thick, sculptural applications of paint to create a three-dimensional effect, particularly within the petals and flower centers. The color palette is dominated by earthy greens and sun-drenched yellows, demonstrating an Impressionist influence. The canvas is housed in a decorative 12.5" x 10.5" wooden frame with a gilded, patterned interior molding and a dark outer border. A blue-script signature is visible in the lower right corner along with a lone yellow petal accent. The painting is in excellent condition with no visible cracking or crazing in the thick impasto layers, known as a hallmark of Botti's technique. The craftsmanship highlights a mid-20th-century aesthetic, blending texture with light to provide a dynamic still life.