“Les Fleurs et les Livres” – Antique French Still Life with Books and Mimosa

A moment frozen in time: soft mimosa blossoms and garden daisies spill from a tall, earthenware vase, cascading over worn books that tell their own quiet stories. One daisy has fallen, resting gently on the pages below — a detail that turns this antique French still life into something far more soulful than a mere floral arrangement. Signed by the artist in the lower right corner, this piece is painted on canvas laid over board and shows the gentle wear of time. The color palette is soft and sun-faded — yellows, dusty pinks, olive greens, and parchment whites — a classic French combination perfect for the old-world interior. Whether hung above a writing desk, nestled into a library wall, or layered into a romantic vignette, this piece brings with it a breath of nostalgia and the feeling of a Sunday afternoon in Provence. This piece is a survivor with a small tear, but it's been here since 1909. A must for lovers of vintage floral art, literature, and the moody charm of the past. 22x16