Natalya Mougenot

Contemporary expressive vivid floral bouquet of flowers oil painting on paper

2024

"Purity" is an abstract expressive floral oil painting by French artist Natalya Mougenot, part of her ongoing “Springtime” series—a body of work celebrating renewal, lightness, and e...

This contemporary abstract Impressionist painting, infused with elements of Expressionism and Art Brut, was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot as part of her ongoing series de...

This contemporary abstract expressionist floral painting "Floral Expression" was created by French artist Natalya Mougenot and is part of her ongoing floral series. In this vibrant ...

"Essence of Roses" — Contemporary Abstract Floral Oil Painting by French Artist Natalya Mougenot Size: 27 × 27 × 0.2 cm (approx. 10.6 × 10.6 × 0.08 in) Medium: Oil painting on cardboard This contemporary abstract floral painting, Essence of Roses, created in oil on cardboard by French artist Natalya Mougenot, belongs to her ongoing series exploring the expressive power of flowers. In Essence of Roses, Mougenot reimagines the timeless floral still life through a bold contemporary lens. A vibrant bouquet of roses, rendered with a dynamic semi-abstract impressionist touch, immediately draws the eye with its expressive energy. Lush pinks and fresh greens bloom from a deep blue vase, set against a softly muted background that heightens the work’s emotional resonance. The artist’s vigorous brushwork and confident use of impasto give the composition a palpable vitality, making the roses feel almost tangible. Swirling strokes, layered textures, and unexpected color contrasts animate the surface, infusing the scene with rhythm and depth. This abstracted interpretation breaks away from traditional still life conventions, offering a raw, poetic vision of the rose as both a natural form and an enduring symbol of emotion. Essence of Roses stands as a compelling testament to Mougenot’s mastery of texture, color, and movement. The painting captures not only the visual presence of roses but also their essence—ephemeral, expressive, and vividly alive. Mougenot weaves together multiple visual languages in this work—abstract, expressionist, and art brut. Art brut, in particular, is foundational to her creative philosophy: a commitment to unfiltered authenticity, where instinct leads and emotion shapes form. This piece embodies that ethos fully—spontaneous, emotional, and consciously unrefined. Here, painting becomes presence. Essence of Roses holds space for honesty, embraces imperfection, and honors the creative act as a moment of pure truth. Every gesture feels sincere; every color, a quiet revelation. Executed in oil on cardboard and sold unframed, the artwork allows the collector the freedom to choose a presentation style best suited to their space. It can also be displayed elegantly on a console, desk, or shelf, leaning casually against the wall for a relaxed yet refined look. Please note: interior setting photographs are provided for inspiration only. The artwork ships directly from France and includes a Certificate of Authenticity confirming its originality and provenance. Created in the artist’s Lyon...