Impressionist still life oil on panel flowers goldfish Alexander Michael 1975

This captivating oil painting is a beautifully composed still life that tells a silent story. At the centre, a lush bouquet of flowers bursts from a rustic stone jug, radiating natural beauty and warmth. Next to it, a small glass aquarium with a graceful goldfish adds a touch of whimsy and life. On the wall behind, a delicate Bavarian porcelain plate completes the scene, evoking a sense of heritage and familial charm. Painted in a free and impressionistic style with bold and expressive brushstrokes, it is framed by a simple wooden frame. The work is painted on panel by the German painter Alexander Michael, and it bears the artist's signature in the lower left corner as well as his label on the back. The title of the painting is 'Flowers, Goldfish'. Alexander Michael (1939-2024) was a German painter of landscapes, still lifes, and architecture. His paintings can be stylistically attributed to Impressionism or a late Impressionist style. His loose painting style, applied with confidence, creates a lively and atmospheric effect with visible brushstrokes and vibrant colours. The conditions of light, colour tones, and the artist's subjective perception are characteristic of his works.