Artwork Description

Mo Xiong
Flowers, n.d.
ink and watercolour on paper
25.6 x 15.4 in. (65 x 39 cm)

This dynamic still life presents a cascading bouquet of blossoms emerging from a tall yellow vase, accompanied by scattered fruit elements that anchor the composition within a subtle domestic setting. The floral forms expand outward in layered bursts of white, orange, cobalt blue, and moss green, creating a sense of continuous visual expansion across the pictorial field.

The painting is characterised by an assertive interplay between gestural brushwork and structured compositional framing. Splatter effects and pointillist accents contribute to a heightened sense of movement, while the solidity of the vase provides a stabilising counterpoint to the surrounding chromatic turbulence.

The inclusion of fruit introduces a quiet still-life convention that contrasts with the expressive handling of the floral arrangement. This juxtaposition reinforces the artist’s interest in balancing observational motifs with abstract painterly energy.

The work is in very good condition, with no visible deterioration. Colours remain saturated and stable. Provenance: documentation can be provided upon request.