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Christopher Garvey
Calathea with a Green Pitcher, Oil Painting

2023

About the Item

Artist Comments
Artist Christopher Garvey displays a realistic still life of a potted calathea plant and a green glass pitcher. "I've always found greens a challenge since I typically mix my greens," shares Christopher. He compels himself with a study of different shades using multiple blue and black hues. The skillful interplay between light and shadow creates a visually balanced and pleasing composition.


About the Artist
Christopher Garvey focuses on the still life in his work, capturing objects like dishes and fruit with impressive clarity. He currently lives in South Carolina and finds inspiration in Renaissance and Baroque art. When it comes to technique, he enjoys the challenge of accurate drawing and the transparent qualities of oil paint. He has collected many books over the years, which he uses to improve his practice.


Words that describe this painting: vase, glass, plant, calathea, still life, pot, pitcher, still life, realism, reflection, tabletop, small, oilpaint, still life, realism, oil painting, green


Calathea with a Green Pitcher
Christopher Garvey
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Finished white edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2023
9 in. h x 12 in. w x 1 in. d
0 lbs. 8 oz.


  • Creator:
    Christopher Garvey
  • Creation Year:
    2023
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
    Calathea with a Green Pitcher. Christopher Garvey. Oil painting on stretched canvas. Finished white edges. Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front.
  • Gallery Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 758941stDibs: LU922112234082
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