#22991 Ken Done

The composition presents a still life viewed through a large window, creating a layered perspective that merges interior and exterior spaces. The foreground is dominated by a vibrant orange-red table draped with a patterned cloth featuring blue and yellow motifs. Upon this surface rests an assortment of objects: a bowl overflowing with oranges, a small plate adorned with decorative elements, a glass vase containing white flowers, and a woven basket. A stack of books lies near the edge of the table, partially obscured by the floral arrangement. Two chairs, one with a red seat and another with a blue one, flank the table, adding to the sense of domesticity.
Beyond the window, a coastal scene unfolds. Several sailboats are visible on the water, their white sails contrasting against the deep blue expanse. A lush hillside, densely populated with flowering shrubs in shades of red and pink, rises in the background. Palm trees punctuate both the foreground and the distant landscape, reinforcing a tropical setting. The window itself is rendered with thick, dark blue frames that divide the view into distinct panels.
The color palette is bold and saturated, employing intense hues to create a sense of warmth and vibrancy. The interplay between the warm tones of the table and oranges against the cool blues of the window frame and seascape generates visual tension. The artist’s use of simplified forms and flattened perspective suggests an interest in decorative patterns and a departure from strict realism.
Subtly, the arrangement evokes themes of leisure and contemplation. The presence of books implies intellectual pursuits, while the view of the sailboats and tropical landscape hints at escape and relaxation. The still life elements – the fruit, flowers, and basket – suggest abundance and domestic comfort. The window acts as a symbolic barrier between the interior world of personal reflection and the expansive beauty of the external environment, inviting consideration of the relationship between these realms.