Garden Flower Basket, 2000 – Oil painting by Alexander Michael

In 'Basket of Garden Flowers', dated 2000, the artist Alexander Michael depicts a lush and colourful garden terrace. At the centre is a large basket of flowers overflowing with geraniums, lavender, and various summer blooms. Stone steps in the background lead to a partially open door, creating depth and inviting the viewer into this intimate outdoor space. Terracotta pots, a bench, and decorative garden elements add charm and a homely warmth to the composition. Oil painting on cardboard. The signature 'AM 2000' appears in the lower left corner. A dark reddish-brown wooden frame surrounds the painting, complementing the warm tones and enhancing the richness of the image. Alexander Michael (1939-2024) was a German painter known for landscapes, still lifes, and architecture. His paintings can be stylistically attributed to Impressionism or a Post-Impressionist style. His loose painting style, applied with confidence, creates a lively and atmospheric effect with visible brush strokes and vibrant colours. The conditions of light, colour tones, and the artist's subjective perception are characteristic of his works.