Vaas van porselein beschilderd met chrysanten 1914 - 1915

This porcelain vase, adorned with chrysanthemums, was crafted by N.V. Haagsche Plateelfabriek Rozenburg. I find myself captivated by the delicate dance between control and spontaneity in the floral motifs. The artist's hand is evident in the way each brushstroke builds to create a layered effect of purple and green. It’s almost as though they’re sketching with paint, allowing the essence of the chrysanthemum to emerge through repeated marks. Look at the density of the petals and leaves, how the texture shifts from smooth to rough. The artist coaxes out a kind of energy that feels so alive. I’m reminded of Odilon Redon, who also let his imagination run wild with dreamlike floral forms. This vase, like Redon's pastels, embodies the spirit of art as a conversation, an ongoing exploration of beauty and form. There's no single right way to see it – just a kaleidoscope of possibilities.