Vintage Floral Still Life – d’après Cottaar

A vibrant vintage floral still life painted on textured board, featuring bold red carnations in a deep blue vase set against a soft yellow background. The saturated palette and confident brushwork give the piece warmth and energy. Signed d’après Cottaar in the lower left, it was likely painted as a direct study of a specific work by Dutch floral painter Piet Cottaar—part of a mid-century tradition of recreating admired compositions for practice or personal enjoyment.

16 3/8” x 11”

Lean it on a shelf, layer it into a gallery wall, or hang it solo to bring a burst of color and charm to your space. The unframed board and visible texture add to its casual, collected appeal.

Likely dating to the mid-20th century, this piece reflects the era’s emphasis on everyday creativity and hands-on artistry. Whether painted in a classroom or quiet studio, it carries the charm of a personal interpretation rooted in European artistic tradition.