Citrus Arrangement

A vibrant and lively mid-century still life that balances structure with spontaneity, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition gathers a cluster of oranges or orange flowers in a glass, a sculptural pedestal bowl filled with citrus, and scattered fruit arranged across a vivid, almost stage-like tabletop. The setting feels both intimate and constructed -blocks of deep teal, cobalt, and forest green rise behind the objects, suggesting an interior space distilled into geometric planes.

The style leans toward modernist abstraction, where forms are simplified yet expressive. Outlines are confidently drawn, giving each object a bold presence, while perspective is intentionally flattened, allowing shapes and colours to interact more as a composition than a literal scene.

Colour is central and striking: zesty oranges glow warmly against cool blues and greens, creating a vibrant push-and-pull across the canvas. Acidic lime tones and yellow highlights punctuate the foreground, adding freshness and rhythm. The palette feels both harmonious and energetic, with strong contrasts that keep the eye moving.

Brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with visible, chalky strokes that lend texture and immediacy. Edges soften and dissolve in places, while elsewhere they are reinforced with darker contours, giving the piece a dynamic, almost sketch-like vitality. The overall effect is one of cheerful sophistication:a still life that feels animated, modern, and quietly bold.

This oil on canvas is presented in a slim wood frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. 

Size: 49 x 69.5 cm (including frame)