Red Poinsettia (The Christmas Flower)

A red poinsettia painting in vivid detail—festive, elegant, and full of the warmth and joy of the season.

12x9 oil painting of a red poinsettia bloom against a neutral background
Red Poinsettia (The Christmas Flower), a holiday painting by Teresa Bernard © Copyright 2023 – Present

A richly detailed oil painting of a brilliant red poinsettia, capturing the warmth and elegance of the Christmas season in a single bloom.

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Details & Highlights

Celebrate the season with this radiant red poinsettia, artfully rendered in oil to evoke the warmth and cheer of Christmastime. With its striking color and timeless composition, this festive bloom brings joyful elegance to any room it graces. Teresa Bernard’s decades in realism lend this holiday flower a clarity and depth that feel distinctly her own.

Title: Red Poinsettia (The Christmas Flower)
Theme: Garden Plants
Year Completed: 2023
Dimensions: 12″ w x 9″ h x .5″ d
Medium: Oil on gallery-wrap canvas
Style & Technique: Realism, layered brushwork
Originality: One‑of‑a‑kind painting, signed on the front
Framing: Unframed, so you can personalize it your way
Certificate of Authenticity: Customized, hand‑signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal
Provenance: Direct from the artist’s studio

About This Painting

A close-up composition of the iconic Christmas flower, the red poinsettia, captures its radiant beauty and festive charm in rich detail.

“Red Poinsettia” is a captivating painting celebrating the vibrant beauty of the beloved Christmas flower. This unique artwork brings the festive spirit into vivid focus, highlighting the striking red bracts of the poinsettia against a neutral background. The detailed rendering of each leaf and petal captures the essence of this iconic holiday bloom, symbolizing joy and celebration.

Measuring 12×9 inches, this piece is meticulously hand-painted on a gallery-wrapped stretched canvas, ensuring a modern and sleek presentation. The composition extends around the edges, allowing for a frameless display, maintaining a contemporary look. However, if a more traditional display is preferred, it can be beautifully framed to complement any décor style. It arrives unframed—perfect for tailoring to your personal style and space.

Signed by Teresa Bernard in the lower left corner, this painting arrives ready for display, complete with an official Certificate of Authenticity, certifying its originality. This piece is perfect for adding a touch of holiday cheer to your home, office, or any space needing a festive focal point. Its vibrant reds and elegant composition make it a standout piece, sure to be cherished for many seasons to come.

“Red Poinsettia (The Christmas Flower)” captures the distinctive spirit that defines the collection. Whether you’re a collector of fine art, a lover of festive decor, or simply someone who appreciates the delicate beauty of poinsettias, this painting is a timeless addition that will infuse your environment with warmth and joy.

The copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com is not on the actual canvas artwork.

Artist Reflections

I absolutely adore bright red poinsettias! They are a staple in my home during the festive season, creating an atmosphere brimming with holiday cheer. If you were to visit me at Christmastime, you’d be greeted by an array of these vibrant flowers, adding splashes of joyous red throughout my house. For me, Christmas simply wouldn’t be complete without the striking contrast of red and green that poinsettias bring. Their vibrant hues instantly uplift the spirit, infusing every corner of my home with the warmth and magic of the holiday season. The sight of these beautiful flowers sets the perfect festive mood and reminds me of all the wonderful traditions that make Christmas so special.

—Teresa Bernard, oil painter

About Poinsettias

Poinsettias are associated with Christmas and are also known as the Christmas Star and Christmas Flower. Other than the Christmas tree, there is no other plant that symbolizes Christmas, like the poinsettia.

Poinsettias are perennials that bloom during the winter season. They come in over a hundred different colors, including red, pink, white, and yellow. Varieties within these hues include solids, streaked, marbled, and multicolored. The bright “flowers” are actually modified leaves called bracts, with the true blooms (the tiny yellow button-like buds) in the bracts’ center.

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