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Large 20th Century Signed British “Still Life of Matalija Poppies” Oil Painting
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Large 20th Century Signed British “Still Life of Matalija Poppies” Oil Painting

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Lines and Son
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LINES AND SON

Artist: British School (Early 20th Century)

Title: Still Life of Matalija Poppies

Medium: Oil on board

Signed: M. Lewis, lower left.

Size: 56cm x 48cm (unframed).

Condition: Good original condition, with some minor paint loss to the edges.

“UK-wide postage available. Please message for a delivery quote or with any further questions.”

Date of Manufacture

Lines and Son has dated this Floral Still Life Painting to the 1950s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245104
Description
LINES AND SON

Artist: British School (Early 20th Century)

Title: Still Life of Matalija Poppies

Medium: Oil on board

Signed: M. Lewis, lower left.

Size: 56cm x 48cm (unframed).

Condition: Good original condition, with some minor paint loss to the edges.

“UK-wide postage available. Please message for a delivery quote or with any further questions.”

Date of Manufacture

Lines and Son has dated this Floral Still Life Painting to the 1950s.

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245104
Lines and Son
Lines and Son
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2026

Family run norfolk art and antiques specialists, founded by kevin lines, with 25+ years of auction experience.

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A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background.
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Archive I A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background.

Large 20th Century Signed British “Still Life of Matalija Poppies” Oil Painting

Archive II A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View II
Archive III A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View III
Archive IV A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View IV
Archive V A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View V
Archive VI A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View VI
Archive VII A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View VII
Archive VIII A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background. View VIII
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Telephone 07342 382905
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/LinesandSon
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A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background.
Large 20th Century Signed British “Still Life of Matalija Poppies” Oil Painting
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A twentieth-century oil painting depicting white Matilija poppies with yellow centres set against a dark green textured background.
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  • ObjectOil Paintings
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • Style20th Century British
  • MaterialOil Pigment, Canvas
  • ColourDark Green, White
  • MotifsWhite petals, Yellow stamens, Impasto brushwork, Artist signature
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Twentieth-century British floral still life paintings often combine botanical subjects with impressionistic brushwork and rich surface texture, capturing natural forms through expressive application techniques.

Artists during this period predominantly worked with oil pigments mixed with organic binders on stretched canvas or wooden panels, applied using brushes and palette knives.

Authentic period oil paintings display natural canvas ageing, subtle varnish discolouration, age-appropriate craquelure, artist signatures, and period stretcher construction.

Position the painting as a focal point above a console table or mantelpiece, pairing dark tonal backgrounds with natural timber or crisp neutral walls for visual contrast.

Store oil paintings away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity, remove surface dust with a soft brush, and consult an art conservator for varnish restoration.
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