Allsalu Efraim. (1929 – 2006). White Peony. (1979)

Efraim Allsalu’s “White Peony” (1979) is a remarkable oil painting on cardboard that measures 27.5 x 27.5 cm. E. Allsalu, a graduate of the State Art Institute in 1954, has a profound ability to reveal the deep psychology of his subjects. His portraits resonate with emotion, while his landscapes and still lifes are alive with temperament and cheerfulness. This piece, signed lower left as “E.Allsalu 79,” captures a vibrancy and elegance that speaks to Allsalu’s skill and creativity.