This isn't a painting of decay, but of transformation. The rose, even in its waning moments, maintains an exquisite beauty. The velvety colours, though softer at the edges, retain a depth and richness. The true star of the show is the way the petals curl inwards. Once proud and expansive, they now fold in on themselves, as if seeking solace in their own fading embrace. "Rose Exquisite" is a celebration of the impermanence of beauty, a reminder that even in decline, there is something precious to be found. It's a piece that invites you to contemplate the cycle of life, the inevitable fading that gives way to new beginnings.