Ashley Snyder
Peonies in Liquid Elegance
2022

About the Item

"Peonies in Liquid Elegance" is a beautiful rendering of April blooms and antique bottles collected by the artist. In this mesmerizing watercolor painting, the artist masterfully captures the interplay between the passage of time and the contrasting qualities of transience and longevity. A collection of fresh peonies, their petals delicately unfurling in vibrant shades of pink and white, are the central focus. Their exquisite beauty embodies the fleeting nature of life, symbolizing the ephemeral moments we cherish. Set against the peonies are a series of antique glass bottles, each with its own unique history and character. These bottles stand as timeless guardians of the past, bearing the scars and imperfections that come with age. Their enduring presence serves as a poignant reminder of the longevity of objects that have weathered the test of time. The juxtaposition of the delicate, blooming peonies with the sturdy, weathered bottles creates a powerful visual contrast. It underscores the fragility inherent in both elements, albeit in different ways. The peonies, at the peak of their beauty, are inherently fragile and fleeting, while the antique bottles, despite their durability, bear the marks of their own vulnerabilities. Through this composition, the artist invites us to contemplate the inexorable march of time and the inherent fragility of life, love, and memory. It serves as a poignant reminder that even the most enduring objects will eventually bear the marks of time's passage, while the fleeting beauty of the peonies serves as a poignant celebration of life's transience. This painting captures a moment of reflection on the ever-advancing tapestry of existence, where the delicate and the resilient converge to create a profound meditation on the human experience. This work is an edition of 10

Creator:

Ashley Snyder (American)

Creation Year:

2022

Dimensions:

Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 0.05 in (1.27 mm)

More Editions & Sizes:

Edition of 10Price: $1,050

Medium:

Rag Paper,Archival Ink

Movement & Style:

Contemporary