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Paul Mathey
Half Moon

$1,017.79
£752.37
€850
CA$1,384.26
A$1,551.06
CHF 807.38
MX$18,974.79
NOK 10,248.25
SEK 9,679.35
DKK 6,472.33
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Work on paper Golden wooden frame with glass pane 46.7 x 39.5 x 3 cm This work presents a nocturnal urban scene, striking with its mysterious and dreamlike atmosphere. On the canvas, the subdued light of the moon barely illuminates a deserted street, giving an almost supernatural atmosphere to the whole. The sky, in its shades of gray and blue, accentuates the impression of calm and serenity. The buildings, with their blurred outlines and pastel hues, seem to blend into the background, as if frozen in time. A central building, darker and imposing, attracts attention and balances the composition with its massive silhouette. The vaguely sketched windows add a touch of mystery, giving free rein to the imagination as to what might be unfolding inside. In the foreground, a few vehicles and human silhouettes can barely be made out, highlighting a city that is alive, even in the tranquility of the night. The bold use of broad, imprecise brushstrokes enriches the visual texture of the painting, evoking urgency and movement despite the apparent tranquility of the scene. This painting impresses with its ability to capture the essence of a city plunged into darkness, while suggesting a story, a suspended moment. It is a decidedly modern work that plays with contrasts of light and darkness, offering a familiar yet intriguing vision of urban life.
  • Creator:
    Paul Mathey (1844 - 1929, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 0.12 in (3 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Original frame Work on paper. Golden wooden frame with glass pane : 46.7 x 39.5 x 3 cm.
  • Gallery Location:
    Genève, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2018211975302

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