‘English Roses’
Signed H. Tella, mid-20th Century
A bright and expressive still life depicting a cluster of pink and red roses arranged in a glass bowl set before a softly draped backdrop. The artist’s impasto brushwork and use of diffused light bring a sense of freshness and immediacy to the scene, while the gentle green and cream tones lend the composition a calm, domestic elegance.
Medium & Support: Oil on canvas.
Frame: Original painted frame with textured surface and silvered highlights; light wear consistent with age.
Condition: Very good decorative condition; canvas stable with no visible repairs.
Signature: Signed H. Tella lower right.
Dimensions:
Framed: approx. 29 × 23.5 cm
Visible painting: approx. 23.5 × 18.5 cm
Notes: A cheerful mid-century floral study, full of colour and charm — ideal for adding warmth to a traditional or cottage interior.