Moss Roses in a Vase (1882) painting by Edouard Manet

Moss Roses in a Vase — Manet’s late still life (1882)

Blush petals, mossy calyx, a breath of green against quiet shadow. In this intimate bouquet by Édouard Manet (1882), quick, economical strokes coax roses into sudden life—glass, water, and colour caught with modern ease. A small storm of freshness and poise for your wall.

Why it captivates

• Light through glass — stems refracted in water, facets implied with deft touches.

• Elegant restraint — confident brushwork that feels immediate and alive.

• Lush, modern colour — tender pinks and deep greens set against a calm ground.

• Quiet drama — blooms at peak, petals just beginning to loosen and fall.

• Art-historical cachet — a distilled example of Manet’s luminous late period.

• Statement artwork — serene focal point for dining rooms, living spaces, and studies.

What you’ll see

A cluster of moss roses in a clear glass vase on a simple tabletop: velvety buds and open blooms; fuzzy green sepals at the base; stems bending through water; a soft, neutral backdrop that lets colour breathe. Up close: quick, decisive marks and prismatic highlights. From a step back: a calm, glowing bouquet.

A richer historical frame

Painted in 1882, just a year before Manet’s death, this still life belongs to his late suite of floral pictures—works prized for their immediacy, clear light, and modern simplicity. They bridge salon polish and Impressionist freshness, turning everyday bouquets into icons of observation.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

521 × 841 mm (approx. 20.51 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.620 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: cut the mat window to ~517 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Impressionism admirers and lovers of refined still life

• Collectors & stylists curating calm, elegant interiors

• Dining and living spaces seeking a luminous, quiet centrepiece

• Gift-givers celebrating weddings, housewarmings, and milestones

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Invite Manet’s crystal-lit calm into your space—order your fine-art print of Moss Roses in a Vase today.