Striking mid-century oil painting by Belgian artist Emile Gassée (1905-?), circa 1950. This vibrant still life composition showcases the artist's bold use of color and expressive brushwork, representing an important piece of post-war European art.
This compelling composition features a dynamic arrangement of blue irises and yellow daffodils in a ceramic vase, set against a richly colored background with draped fabric. Gassée's masterful handling of color creates striking contrasts between the warm terracotta tones and cool blues, while the bold brushwork demonstrates the influence of post-war European artistic movements. The painting showcases exceptional technical skill in rendering both the delicate flower petals and the reflective surfaces of the pottery.
Presented in its original ornate gilded frame featuring elaborate baroque-inspired molding with decorative corner flourishes. The gold finish perfectly complements the painting's warm palette and enhances its museum-quality presentation.
Emile Gassée was a Belgian painter born in Ghent on May 29, 1905. He was active during the mid-20th century, with documented works dating to circa 1950. While detailed biographical information remains limited in available sources, Gassée's work represents the vibrant post-war Belgian art scene that emerged following World War II.
Working during the 1950s, Gassée was part of the post-war generation of Belgian artists who experienced the cultural and artistic renaissance that followed the liberation of Belgium. This period saw renewed creative expression and experimentation as artists processed the trauma and transformation of wartime Europe.
Signed in the lower right. Medium: Oil on canvas. Condition: Very good condition. Dimensions: 50 x 40 cm. / 19 ¾ x 15 ¾ in. Frame: 61 x 51 cm. / 24 x 20 in. Gilt frame, very good condition. Origin: Belgium.
