Still Life with Self-Portrait
1906
Félix Vallotton gives us a cheeky peek into his studio with this moody still life. A black pitcher overflows with a wild, slightly drooping bouquet of red and dark blooms, resting on a chest of drawers draped in a bold red-and-beige striped cloth. But the real surprise is hiding in the top right corner: a framed self-portrait where the artist seems to be silently watching over his own creation. It's a clever blend of traditional flower painting and a playful, almost modern, nod to the artist's presence in the room.
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