Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 13

Janis Brekte
Swedish Gate evening. 1972, paper, watercolor, 60, 5 x 42, 5 cm

1972

About the Item

Swedish Gate evening. 1972, paper, watercolor, 60,5x42,5 cm The central focus of the artwork is on an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sense of bygone eras. The combination of watercolor and acrylic on paper offers a diverse and dynamic visual experience. Watercolors can create soft and atmospheric effects, while acrylics provide vibrancy and texture, making the artwork expressive and visually engaging. Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII – 1985.27.XII) Janis Brekte his first artistic education got in drawing courses of K. Brencens (1936 – 39). He studied in Latvia Art academy (1940 – 48) and his pedagogues were L. Svemps, K. Miesnieks and N. Breikss. Artist took part in exhibitions since 1943. Most important personal exhibitions were organized in Riga (1977, 1980), Jelgava (1981). Memorial exhibitions – in Cesis (1986) and Riga (1991, 1992). J. Brekte was a member of Artists Union (since 1950). In 1981 he got a title of rich of merits employee of art in Latvia Republic of Soviet Union. Artist was one of the most popular and prolific aquarelle master of his time.
  • Creator:
    Janis Brekte (1920 - 1985, Latvian)
  • Creation Year:
    1972
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.82 in (60.5 cm)Width: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Riga, LV
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1437214438512
More From This SellerView All
  • Old Riga. 1982, paper, watercolor, 60x32 cm
    Located in Riga, LV
    Old Riga. 1982, paper, watercolor, 60x32 cm The central focus of the artwork is on an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sen...
    Category

    1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Paper, Watercolor

  • Lake. 1965, paper, watercolor, 52x67 cm
    Located in Riga, LV
    Lake. 1965, paper, watercolor, 52x67 cm The central focus of the artwork is on birches at the lake at early autumn Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII – 1985.27.XII) Janis Brekte his first ...
    Category

    1960s Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Paper, Watercolor

  • Autumn landscape. 1966. Watercolor on paper. 33, 5 x 54 cm
    Located in Riga, LV
    Forest landscape at autumn 1966. Watercolor on paper. 33,5x54 cm Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII – 1985.27.XII) Janis Brekte his first artistic education got in drawing courses of K. Bre...
    Category

    1960s Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Paper, Watercolor

  • Old town. 1983. Watercolor, acrylic on paper, 76x56 cm
    Located in Riga, LV
    Old town 1983. Watercolor, acrylic on paper, 76x56 cm The central focus of the artwork is on an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sense of bygone eras. The combination of watercolor and acrylic on paper offers a diverse and dynamic visual experience. Watercolors can create soft and atmospheric effects, while acrylics provide vibrancy and texture, making the artwork expressive and visually engaging. Janis Brekte...
    Category

    1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Paper, Watercolor, Acrylic

  • Landscape 1965. Paper, watercolor, 38x53 cm
    Located in Riga, LV
    Landscape 1965. Paper, watercolor, 38x53 cm Through the use of watercolors on paper, the artist has created a picturesque and emotive portrayal of the landscape, inviting viewers t...
    Category

    1960s Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Paper, Watercolor

  • Old Town 1983, paper, watercolor, 85x60 cm
    Located in Riga, LV
    Old Town 1983, paper, watercolor, 85x60 cm The central focus of the painting is an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sense of bygone eras. Watercolor technique allows for the depiction of the old town's buildings, streets, and landmarks with a loose and expressive style. The fluidity of watercolors can evoke a sense of movement and spontaneity, giving the cityscape a lively and vibrant feel. Janis Brekte...
    Category

    1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Paper, Watercolor

You May Also Like
  • Un Bel Hiver, Painting by Claude Lazar
    Located in Long Island City, NY
    Un Bel Hiver by Claude Lazar, French (1947 - ) Date: 2001 Oil on Canvas, signed lower right Size: 28.5 x 23.5 in. (72.39 x 59.69 cm) Frame Size: 31 x 26.5...
    Category

    Early 2000s Realist Interior Paintings

    Materials

    Canvas, Oil

  • Morning Reflections, Oil Painting
    By Nick Savides
    Located in San Francisco, CA

    Artist Comments
    Artist Nick Savides depicts the Boathouse on the Lullwater of the Lake in Prospect Park in Brooklyn. The winter morning sun illuminates the mist as it filters t...

    Category

    21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

    Materials

    Oil

  • Courtyard
    Located in Zofingen, AG
    Original oil painting on canvas, cityscape painting made under natural light. This artwork is painted using high-quality fine linen canvas and sold unframed, already stretched and re...
    Category

    2010s Realist Interior Paintings

    Materials

    Oil

  • Pickleball, Oil Painting
    By Nick Savides
    Located in San Francisco, CA

    Artist Comments
    Artist Nick Savides shows the Seravalli Playground on Gansevoort, bathed in the warm glow of late afternoon sunlight. The orange hues of the one building contra...

    Category

    21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

    Materials

    Oil

  • That Time It Snowed on the Hollywood Sign, Oil Painting
    By Jesse Aldana
    Located in San Francisco, CA

    Artist Comments
    Artist Jesse Aldana presents an expansive view of Los Angeles, showing the famous Hollywood sign in the distance. The piece captures a dramatic passage from a w...

    Category

    21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

    Materials

    Oil

  • Sydney by Night
    Located in Deddington, GB
    Sydney By Night by Lesley Ann Durks [2014] original oil and enamel on canvas Image size: H:80 cm x W:120 cm Complete Size of Unframed Work: H:80 cm x W:120 cm x D:4.5cm Sold Unframe...
    Category

    21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

    Materials

    Enamel

Recently Viewed

View All