Arno Lemke (1916–1981) - Stillleben mit Rosen

Opulent Still Life with Roses in a Bulbous Vase

An expressive and dynamic still life showing a lush arrangement of purple and pink roses. The work captivates with a fascinating interplay of a pastel, textured background and strong, dark magenta tones in the blossoms and leaves. Typical for Lemke's floral-decorative oeuvre is the bold, partly relief-like brushwork, which gives the subject depth and liveliness.
Artist (with life dates)
Signature: Bottom left signed and location-indicated: Arno Lemke / Munich (or the 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 others, a pupil of Leo von König in Munich. He exhibited, among others, at the Haus der Kunst in Munich and is, in addition to his well-known Alpine landscapes, appreciated for his expressive still lifes.
Origin country: 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
Canvas dimensions: 80 cm × 70 cm
Overall dimensions (with frame): 85 cm × 74 cm
Condition
Painting: Very good condition. The color layers and the texture are stable, with no noticeable defects.
Stretcher & canvas: Cleanly stretched on the stretcher at the back.
Frame: Matching, color-harmonious wooden frame with mild signs of aging.
Shipping note
Will be packed securely for transport and shipped insured.