Still-Life of Flowers
by PORPORA, Paolo, Oil on canvas, 64 x 50 cm
This is a still-life of poppies, convolvulus, roses, fritillaries, nasturtiums and jasmine in a glass vase, resting on a stone ledge. The artist was influenced by Mario dei Fiori with whom he collaborated.
Suggested listening (streaming mp3, 6 minutes):
Giacomo Puccini: Crisantemi (Chrysanthemums), elegy for string quartet