Swiss Art Gallery selection · Piece swissart-0068

L’homme à la rose

Reference swissart-0068
Available200 CHFWatercolour & gouache · 66 × 97 cm
Swiss Art Gallery

The artwork in detail

The work "The Man with the Rose" by Sabina Mirri presents an intimate scene where a contemplative figure interacts with a bouquet of roses. The composition is dominated by a softly colored background, contrasting with the vibrant blue of the tablecloth, which draws the eye. The character's face, delicately modeled, expresses subtle melancholy, while the presence of a fan and fruits on the table adds a touch of everyday life to this dreamlike atmosphere. The play of light and shadow, along with the chosen palette, demonstrates a keen sense of observation and technical mastery. The impressionistic touch is evident through visible brush strokes, adding rich texture and dynamism to the whole. The work evokes a contemplative tranquility, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in this moment suspended in time. Attribution and school — Signed work, Sabina Mirri is part of the Impressionist tradition. This piece, created in 1983, evokes themes of everyday life with a sensitive and colorful approach. The tempera technique used here reveals mastery of nuances and textures.