Oil painting Chrysanthemum on pink Boris Serdyuk

№SERB 1185

The oil painting on Canvas titled "Chrysanthemum on Pink" offers a delicate and harmonious still life that combines floral beauty with a refined sense of color and texture. The central focus is a bouquet of white chrysanthemums arranged in a tall, cylindrical vase, positioned gracefully against a backdrop of soft pink tones. The artist uses thick, expressive strokes and an impasto technique to emphasize both the physical presence of the flowers and the emotional warmth of the setting. The chrysanthemums are painted with great care and nuance. Each petal is layered with whites, hints of pale lilac, soft blues, and the occasional touch of buttery yellow near the center, giving the blooms an impression of fullness and light. The brushwork mimics the layered, slightly ruffled structure of the actual flower, bringing to life the complexity of their form. The flowers are lush and abundant, forming a rounded, gently cascading shape that feels natural and uncontrived. The interplay of light on their surfaces adds to the realism, but the stylized strokes keep the overall composition deeply painterly. The vase itself, rendered in creamy off-whites and light greys, sits solidly at the bottom center of the canvas. Its shape is simple and understated, allowing the florals to dominate the scene. Yet it subtly reflects the colors around it—hints of lavender and warm beige brushstrokes suggest the vase is part of the same soft atmosphere. The shadow cast beneath the vase anchors the composition, giving it depth and dimension. The background is a soft mosaic of pinks, peaches, mauves, and lilacs, forming a fabric-like surface that envelops the entire scene in a warm, gentle embrace. The abstract treatment of the drapery in the background and beneath the vase does not distract from the flowers but enhances their presence by creating a dreamy, cohesive setting. The use of large, deliberate strokes in the background contrasts with the more detailed brushwork of the flowers, guiding the viewer’s focus while enriching the surface with texture.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Chrysanthemum on pink"
* ARTISTS: Boris Serdyuk
* SIZE: 70x50 cm/'27.55x19.68 inches'
* MEDIUM: oil, canvas
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artists: Serdyuk Boris Petrovich was born on June 30, 1960 in the city of Konotop Sumy region. He graduated from the Yuri-Polish Pedagogical College (artistic and graphic department). The first exhibitions took place in Konotop in the 90's. Since 1999 - a free artist. Now lives and works in the city of Kremenchug, Poltava region.