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William GoliaschStill life with watering can and cacti
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Work on wood
Golden frame
Dimensions with frame :64 x 79 x 2.5 cm
A close look at this work reveals the artist's astonishing mastery in depicting an apparently simple yet profoundly captivating universe. The canvas features four terracotta pots, each housing a distinct plant of varying shapes and characteristics. The range of plants, from robust, thorny cacti to delicate climbing ivy, provides a fascinating diversity that catches the eye and arouses interest. The soft, almost self-effacing green background highlights the vigor and freshness of the plants, while the bold application of light and shade creates an intensely graphic atmosphere. The addition of a blue watering can, a deep, singular blue, draws the eye immediately and introduces a dynamic of care and cultivation between man and nature, suggesting a daily, attentive interaction. The geometric, ordered composition of the pots, combined with the appearance of disorder suggested by the upturned pot in the foreground, instills a note of authenticity: a lived-in domestic scene, not a simple, frozen still life. The artist uses clean lines and dark contours to accentuate the forms, creating an almost cubist aesthetic and recalling the influence of the modern masters. The chromatic choices are particularly striking, where the earthy hues of the pots contrast harmoniously with the vibrant green of the plants and the imposing blue of the watering can.
This color contrast underlines the vitality and vigor of the natural elements against the simplicity of the human context. In short, this work transcends the banality of its subject to offer a profound reflection on the coexistence of nature and man. With remarkable technical skill and thoughtful composition, it engages the viewer in active, reflective contemplation.
- Creator:William Goliasch (1922 - 1986, Swiss)
- Dimensions:Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
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- Condition:Original frame.
- Gallery Location:Genève, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2018211345432
William Goliasch
Swiss painter. Lithography and woodcut. Mural
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