Still life of flowers in a crystal vase on a ledge, Anne Vallayer-Coster (1786)
The composition exhibits an elegant balance of textures, forms, and colors, with great attention to detail throughout. A variety of flowers are perched precariously and emphatically, bursting out in multiple directions. The shimmering crystal vase, placed ever so slightly to the left of center, reflects the windows in her studio in multiple places, engaging the viewer and enlivening the otherwise still painting.
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