Description
This original oil painting immortalizes the First-Prize Sunflower of the 2025 Indiana State Fair. Rather than a clinical botanical study, this work captures the raw authenticity of a winner at the end of the circuit. Painted after the grueling heat and bustle of the fair’s duration, the sunflower is depicted in its “droopy” state; heavy-headed and bowing with the quiet exhaustion of a champion.
Preserved in a glass jar with its official entry tag and blue ribbon intact, the piece serves as a narrative of midwestern pride and the persistence of natural beauty. Set against a backdrop of undulating wood grain, the composition finds a unique balance between rustic charm and personal triumph.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions:16×20 inches
Medium: Professional-grade Windsor & Newton Artist Oil Color. These high-pigment, archival paints ensure the vibrant yellows and deep earth tones remain lightfast and stable for generations.
Surface: 100% cotton pre-stretched canvas.
Provenance: Inspired by the 2025 Indiana State Fair “Best in Show” floral category.
Finishing: Hand-signed by the artist.
Ideal For: Collectors of Indiana heritage, state fair enthusiasts, or those seeking a still life with a deep, soulful narrative of victory and reality.
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