Antique Signed Floral Still Life Oil on Board, Ornate Frame – 28” x 16”

A floral that feels quietly dramatic—rich in color, grounded in tone, and unmistakably of another era.

This antique oil on board presents a vivid arrangement of garden blooms—poppies, tulips, and clustered florals—set against a deep, warm ground that gives the composition its moody presence. The contrast between saturated reds, golden yellows, and softened blues creates a sense of depth that feels both painterly and atmospheric.

Executed on board rather than canvas, the surface carries a subtle density—brushwork sitting slightly heavier, with a grounded quality that lends itself well to interiors that favor warmth and age over brightness.

The frame is particularly striking—ornate in form with a softly aged finish that complements rather than competes. Its silhouette adds height and movement, giving the piece a sculptural presence on the wall.

Signed along the lower edge, appearing to read H.L. Lancer, though the artist’s hand remains softly indistinct—adding a quiet sense of mystery rather than distraction.

The reverse retains a label from the LM Castner Company of Williamsport, Pennsylvania—an early American maker active in the late 19th to early 20th century, known for producing decorative frames often paired with oil paintings on board. Its presence suggests the piece remains intact in its original presentation.

A piece that reads equally well alone or layered into a collected wall—substantial in scale, but still intimate in feeling.

Details

– Antique oil painting on board

– Floral still life composition

– Signed (lower edge)

– Original ornate frame

– Framer’s label present on reverse

Measurements (approx.)

– 28” H

– 16” W (measured at widest point of frame)

Condition

Estate found.

Age-appropriate wear present throughout—most notably to the frame and surface, consistent with age.

Backing shows wear and aging, with original materials intact.

Presents beautifully.