Cornelis Raaphorst (1875-1954) - Paarse Bloemen

This beautiful still life oil painting by Cornelis Raaphorst (1875-1954), a self-taught Dutch artist, features a captivating arrangement of purple flowers in a dark vase. Raaphorst was renowned for his still life paintings and later extended his artistic repertoire to include flower arrangements and landscapes. He eventually specialised in painting kittens, which brought him fame in Holland during the first half of the 20th century. Recently, his paintings have become highly sought after at both national and international art fairs, praised for their opulent and luxurious aura. Interestingly, Raaphorst himself was a poor man, and his family relied on his artistic endeavours for their livelihood. This piece showcases Raaphorst's skill in capturing the beauty of nature through his unique painting style, making it a stunning and collectible addition to any art collection.