Modern British Still Life Oil Painting “Still Life of

Name: Modern British Still Life Oil Painting “Still Life of Flowers” by Angela Burfoot (1934–2006)
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1244707
Price: 395 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectOil Paintings
PeriodLater than 1960
StyleModern British
MaterialOil Paint, Canvas, Wood, Linen
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsWildflowers in jar, Deep white frame, Linen inner slip, Artist signature and date
SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This modern British still life oil painting by Angela Burfoot dates from later than 1960 and depicts a bouquet of red poppies and wildflowers arranged in a clear glass jar against a warm brown background. The composition includes a signature and date in the lower left corner. The artwork is presented within a deep white painted wooden frame complemented by a textured linen inner slip, featuring tiered architectural mouldings. Measuring 27 cm high, 23 cm wide, and 3 cm deep, this framed oil on canvas and wood piece fits comfortably above a sideboard in an English country house interior, bringing a classic botanical aesthetic to living spaces, hallways, or dining rooms.

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Modern British still life art from the mid-to-late 20th century frequently emphasises light, texture, and botanical subjects, combining traditional representation with expressive brushwork.

Artists during this era typically applied oil paints directly onto canvas or wooden panels, presenting the finished piece in painted wooden frames, often lined with linen or fabric slips.

Authenticity is indicated by age-appropriate craquelure, artist signatures, date inscriptions, stretcher mark impression lines, and period frame construction.

A framed floral oil painting can be positioned above a sideboard, layered on a mantelpiece, or integrated into an eclectic gallery wall to add natural color and visual texture.

Position the canvas away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity. Dust the frame and surface lightly with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or solvents.

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Modern British Still Life Oil Painting “Still Life of Flowers” by Angela Burfoot (1934–2006)

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