Description

This captivating mixed media work by artist Shirley Posten offers a modern, tactile exploration of the classic floral subject. At the heart of the composition is a deeply saturated, purple orchid, rendered with expressive watercolor washes and layered textures. The petals are highlighted by a central burst of warm amber and ochre, creating a focal point that glows against a cool, splattered background of lavender and pale pink.

True to the artist’s signature style, the piece transcends a traditional two-dimensional plane. The main artwork features a unique, curved edge on the right, integrated into a meticulously constructed assemblage. To the side of the floral panel, vertical decorative elements—including a dotted strip and a geometric blue wedge—add a sense of architectural structure and rhythm. A small, three-dimensional purple button and a teardrop bead are hand-applied to the mount, bridging the gap between fine art and decorative craft.

The piece is presented in a sophisticated silver-toned frame with a wide, linen-textured mat, which provides a neutral, elegant border that allows the intense purples and blues of the artwork to pop. Signed by the artist at the bottom center, this is a highly distinctive piece for collectors of contemporary floral art and mixed media.

• Artist: Shirley Posten

• Medium: Mixed Media (Watercolor, Gouache, and Assemblage)

• Subject: Orchid / Botanical Abstract

• Framing: Professional silver frame with linen matting

• Dimensions: H:20in W:16in 

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; ready for display

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