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Humble Anemones, Flowers in a Wicker Basket, 1884, French Floral Still Life Oil on Canvas
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Humble Anemones, Flowers in a Wicker Basket, 1884, French Floral Still Life Oil on Canvas

19th century
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A charming 19th Century painting depicting Anemone flowers in a wicker basket. I love its warm and festive feel, and the great simplicity and the sincerity it exudes. French in origin, monogrammed CH and dated (18)84 at the lower right, I have not been able to identify the artist. Measuring 38 x 46 cm, the painting is presented in its original frame, which has some visible wear and repair. The overall framed size is 46 x 54 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Skippings Fine Arts has dated this French Floral Oil Painting to the 1880s.

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SA851332
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A charming 19th Century painting depicting Anemone flowers in a wicker basket. I love its warm and festive feel, and the great simplicity and the sincerity it exudes.
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French in origin, monogrammed CH and dated (18)84 at the lower right, I have not been able to identify the artist.
Skippings Fine Arts

Measuring 38 x 46 cm, the painting is presented in its original frame, which has some visible wear and repair. The overall framed size is 46 x 54 cm.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Skippings Fine Arts has dated this French Floral Oil Painting to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA851332
Skippings Fine Arts
Skippings Fine Arts
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A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background.
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Archive I A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background.

Humble Anemones, Flowers in a Wicker Basket, 1884, French Floral Still Life Oil on Canvas

Archive II A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background. View II
Archive III A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background. View VII
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A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background.
Humble Anemones, Flowers in a Wicker basket, 1884, French Floral Still Life oil on canvas
Ref: SA851332
A 19th-century oil painting depicting colourful anemone flowers arranged inside a woven wicker basket against a dark background.
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  • ObjectFine Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Realism
  • MaterialOil on Canvas
  • ColourDark Green
  • MotifsAnemone flowers, Wicker basket, Dark background, Monogram signature
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

Humble Anemones, Flowers in a Wicker basket is an 1880 French Realism fine art oil painting on canvas. The composition depicts a woven wicker basket filled with anemone flowers in shades of white, red, purple, and blue, all arranged against a dark green and neutral background. A monogram signature CH and the date 1884 appear at the lower right. The visible surface displays signs of age and repair on its frame. The artwork measures 38 cm high, 46 cm wide, and 1 cm deep. Positioned in a French Chateau design vibe, this painting suits placement above a sideboard in a dining room, hallway, or living space today. The muted palette and simple floral motif introduce character to traditional or eclectic interiors. Displaying the piece on an accent wall enhances its atmospheric quality while maintaining the intimate scale of a period still life.

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Late 19th-century French floral still life paintings often combine detailed botanical observations with expressive brushwork, capturing natural light and tonal depth. Artists frequently depicted modest arrangements, such as wildflowers or garden blossoms in woven baskets or earthenware, reflecting a focus on domestic imagery.

During the late 19th century, French artists typically used hand-stretched linen or cotton canvas primed with lead or zinc white grounds. Pigments ground in linseed oil were applied using bristle brushes and sealed with natural resin varnishes such as dammar or mastic.

Authentic works from this period display age-consistent craquelure across the paint layer, period-correct wooden stretcher bars, and hand-tacked canvas edges. Inscriptions, monograms, or dates painted into wet oil alongside vintage framer stamps on the reverse further assist in identification.

Positioning an antique floral painting above a contemporary sideboard or fireplace mantel creates an intentional focal point that contrasts historical artwork with modern architecture. Combining dark tonal paintings with minimalist furnishings highlights the subtle colours and textures of the oil paint.

Keep the canvas away from direct sunlight, radiators, and areas of high humidity to avoid cracking and structural warping. Dust the surface gently using a soft, dry brush without applying water or chemical solvents, and consult a professional conservator for varnish restoration.
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