Simon Saint-Jean
Simon Saint-Jean was a French painter who specialized in flowers. He won several contests for flower painting and was awarded a gold medal in 1826. In 1845, Charles Baudelaire saw his exhibit at the Salon and was highly critical, referring to his works as "dining room paintings." The following year, Baudelaire criticized him again, for using too much yellow.
Well, I don't see too much yellow or that today's work looks destined for a dining room. With this painting, he tried to renew the still-life genre. And for me, it is perfect to celebrate the first day of summer! I would love to wear such a flower hat. : )
Have a great Monday everyone!
P.S. Here is one of the most beautiful flower still lifes in art history—Vase with Flowers, painted by a female artist!