MARK FURMAN - Flowers over the City (UNIQUE - Oil painting )
MARK FURMAN - Flowers over the City (UNIQUE - Oil painting )
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This original oil on canvas was acquired directly from a private exhibition during the artist’s premier period.
As is common with Mark Furman’s studio works from this era, the piece was originally untitled. To reflect its historical context, our gallery has titled it "Midnight Muse in Berlin".
While no paper certificate was issued at the exhibition, the artist’s hand-signature on the canvas stands as the ultimate proof of its unique origin and value.
- Original Oil on Canvas
- Unique from 1983,
- Format 108 x 78 cm
- handsigned
We ship this artwork securely packaged in a roll.
About the Artwork:
"Flowers over the City" is a visual symphony of natural beauty and urban nostalgia, captured on canvas by the legendary Mark Furman in 1983. In this unique original oil painting, Furman transcends traditional still life, creating and uplifting dialogue between a vibrant floral bouquet and the hazy silhouettes of a metropolitan skyline.
The Narrative Vision (The Breath of the City):
Furman’s motivation for this 1983 composition was to explore the tension between life and architecture. The monumental vase of flowers, filled with radiant asters and roses, acts as a visual anchor against the deep blue, atmospheric sky. The ghostly silhouetted buildings in the background—reminiscent of his beloved Berlin—evoke a sense of bohemian luxury and timeless peace. It is a portrayal of nature thriving above the cold, jagged lines of urban reality.
The Master's Technique (Chromatic Vitality):
This one-of-a-kind oil painting showcases Furman's mastery of the impasto technique. Each petal and leaf is rendered with a tactile, multi-dimensional depth that vibrates with energy. The contrast between the saturated blues of the clouds and the fiery oranges and purples of the flowers creates a "shimmering" light effect that only a true master of oil pigments can achieve.
A Blue-Chip Statement Piece:
Mark Furman is a cornerstone of contemporary decorative art. Owning a dated original from 1983 is a prestigious investment for any elite collection. This is an "anchor piece" that doesn't just fill a space; it transforms a room into a cultural sanctuary, offering a daily invitation into a world of sophisticated avant-garde grace.
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