Liang Qiangli (1964) - Zonnebloem

This beautiful still life has a calm and atmospheric appearance. On a wooden table lies a sunflower with bright yellow petals, next to an old, dark blue metal can. The flower lies on its side and some petals have come loose, which gives the painting a sense of transience. The dark, greenish background ensures that the warm yellow color of the sunflower and the deep blue of the can stand out even more. The artist has paid a lot of attention to details, such as the rust spots on the can, the soft petals and the subtle light. Through the simple composition and the strong contrast between light and dark, an almost tangible reality emerges. The painting exudes quiet and simplicity and shows how beautiful everyday objects can be. At the same time, the wilting flower can symbolize the fragility of life and the passing of time.

Qiangli Liang is a Chinese artist who was born in 1964 in Guangzhou, China. He studied at the Guangzhou Academy of Visual Arts and moved to the Netherlands in 1990. His paintings are strongly inspired by Dutch still lifes of the 17th century, but also contain influences from Chinese culture and philosophy. Liang is particularly known for his stillness in compositions, in which simple objects such as flowers, fruit, vases and jugs are central. He often uses dark backgrounds, subtle lighting and carefully chosen color contrasts to create a sense of calm and harmony. His painting style combines realistic details with visible, sometimes rough brushstrokes, giving his works a lively appearance. In his art he continually seeks a balance between East and West, silence and movement, simplicity and beauty. His work is included in several private and public art collections, including those of ING Bank and the Art Museum of Guangdong.

Technique: Oil on canvas.
Dimensions: 45 × 90 cm
Dimensions with frame: 58 x 103 cm
Signed on the lower right.