Oh la la! French Fancy Oil

A quiet study in indulgence, Oh la la! French Fancy invites the viewer into a moment of stillness and sensory delight. Painted in oils with meticulous attention to texture and tone, this intimate still life captures a single Mr Kipling French Fancy cake resting in its paper cup—its glossy drizzle and soft folds rendered with striking realism.

Set against a muted grey backdrop, the composition is both restrained and evocative. The subject, familiar yet elevated, speaks to the artist’s ongoing exploration of beauty in the everyday. Signed in the lower left corner, the work is presented in a light wood frame with white matting, offering a clean, contemporary finish that complements modern and traditional interiors alike.

This piece is ideal for collectors drawn to realism, minimalism, and the emotional resonance of quiet objects. It would sit beautifully in a kitchen, reading nook, or gallery wall, where its subtle charm can be fully appreciated.

• Medium: Daler Rowney Graduate Oil paints on Arches Huile paper
• Dimensions: 22.5 x 22.5 cms (Mount aperture 11.5 x 11.5 cms)
• Frame: Light wood with white mount behind glass
• Signed: “M. Allton”
• Provenance: Direct from the artist
• Ready to hang

Part of a developing series that celebrates the poetry of the ordinary, 'Oh la la! French Fancy' is a testament to the artist’s skill in composition, light, and emotional nuance.