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This masterful work by Michel Jouenne, titled Lilacs from the Garden, presents a lush bouquet of white lilacs, carefully arranged in a terracotta vase. The flowers occupy a central position and seem to spill out of the frame, evoking a sense of natural abundance and luxuriant profusion.
The subtly crafted palette emphasizes shades of white and green, enhanced by golden hues, which harmonize beautifully with the understated blue-grey background. This minimalist backdrop highlights the richness and delicacy of the floral composition.
Jouenne’s technique is particularly striking in this piece. Each petal appears meticulously painted, with the artist’s brush loaded with thick paint and moving swiftly across the canvas. The gesture concludes with a quick withdrawal of the hand, creating fine tips that reflect the characteristic texture of lilac blooms. These generous impastos lend the painting a sculptural and tactile quality, allowing the flowers to virtually bloom off the surface of the canvas.
Beyond its technical virtuosity, this artwork celebrates the beauty and richness of nature. The white and yellow flowers symbolize purity, elegance, and light, while the robust, earthen vase contrasts beautifully with the fragility of the blooms, illustrating a poetic duality between strength and delicacy.
Michel Jouenne initially explored modeling in the workshop of sculptor Muguet before fully embracing painting. He worked extensively in Provence, particularly in the Aix-en-Provence region, following in the footsteps of Cézanne, as well as in Corsica. His talent has been recognized in numerous exhibitions, including at Parisian salons and prestigious solo exhibitions, such as those at the Guigné Gallery in Paris and the Alexandre Léadouze Gallery.
Many of Jouenne’s paintings have been displayed at the Michel Jouenne Museum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, which in 2020 was succeeded by the Michel Jouenne Foundation in Marseille, a space dedicated to preserving and celebrating the work of this exceptional artist.
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