Arno Lemke (1916–1981) - Stillleben mit Rosen

Luxuriant still life with roses in a bulbous vase

An expressive and dynamic still life that features a lush arrangement of violet and pink roses. The work captivates with an intriguing interplay between a pastel, textured background and bold, dark magenta tones in the blossoms and leaves. Typical of Lemke’s floral-decorative oeuvre is the strong, partly relief-like brushwork that gives the motif depth and liveliness.
Art painter (with life dates)
Signature: Bottom left signed and locationally identified: ⁠Arno Lemke / Munich⁠ (or corresponding artist signature).
Painter: Arno Lemke
Life dates: 1916 (Falkenberg) – 1981 (Munich)
Biography: German painter. He studied at the art academies in Paris, Munich, Berlin and Königsberg and was, among other things, a pupil of Leo von König in Munich. He exhibited, among others, at the Haus der Kunst in Munich and is valued, alongside his well-known alpine landscapes, for expressive still lifes as well.
Country of origin: Germany (Munich)
Year of appearance: ca. 1960–1970 (Mid-Century)
Period: Postwar Modern / 20th century
Style & Technique
Style: Late Impressionism / Expressive Realism
Technique: Oil on canvas
Special feature: Elaborate impasto and brushwork (pasty application of color).
Dimensions
Painting dimensions (canvas): 80 cm × 70 cm
Overall dimensions (with frame): 85 cm × 74 cm
Condition
Painting: Very good condition. The color layers and structure are stable, with no notable defects.
Stretcher & canvas: Cleanly stretchered at the back onto a frame.
Frame: Matching, color-harmonizing wooden frame with slight signs of aging.
Shipping note
Safely packaged for transport and shipped insured.