Van Matino Ahn (Korean, b. 1955) Untitled (still life with tulips) Oil on canvas Signed lower right Some light nicks to frame Framed Measurements: 36" wide; 42.5" high; 2.5" deep Van Matino Ahn was born in Kyungbook, Korea, in 1955. He was raised with an appreciation for nature and simplicity. Ahn uses everyday objects and elements of nature to create striking and harmonious compositions. Van Matino’s beautifully balanced compositions place light and shadow against a simple yet rich palette. The combination creates a unified whole, sometimes whimsical, intense, or serene. Soft and intense at the same time. The size and framing are impressive, and the red in this piece is truly striking.