Items Similar to Landscape with Figures oil on board painting Spain european art
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 13
Sebastia Congost i PlaLandscape with Figures oil on board painting Spain european artc.1970
c.1970
About the Item
Title: Landscape with Figures
Artist: Sebastià Congost i Pla (1919-2009)
Technique: Oil on panel
Dimensions: 13 x 16 in (without frame) / 17.7 x 20.9 in (with frame)
Signature: Signed in the lower right corner: "S. Congost"
Period: Second half of the 20th century
Provenance: Private collection, Barcelona
Artistic movement: Catalan Post-Impressionism
DESCRIPTION OF THE PAINTING
In this painting, Sebastià Congost i Pla captures an idyllic landscape with figures, where light and color play a fundamental role. The scene depicts a sunlit natural setting, with a vibrant palette of greens, yellows, and blues that enhance the sense of harmony and tranquility.
The artist employs a loose and expressive brushstroke, evoking the Post-Impressionist tradition. Three figures rest on the grass, barely defined, allowing the viewer to complete the image with their imagination. The use of shadows and light creates a sense of depth and volume, while the composition balances natural elements with human presence.
The painting conveys an atmosphere of peace and leisure, reflecting the influence of the Catalan landscape on Congost’s work.
BIOGRAPHY OF THE ARTIST
Sebastià Congost i Pla (1919-2009) was a Catalan painter born in Olot, a city with a strong landscape painting tradition. He trained at the Escola Menor de Belles Arts and the Escola Superior de Paisatge in Olot, where he developed a solid pictorial technique focused on nature.
Throughout his career, Congost specialized in mountain landscapes, rural scenes, and urban markets, with a style that evolved from realism to a vibrant Post-Impressionism. His color palette and energetic brushstrokes reflect the influence of artists like Van Gogh and the Fauves. His works have been auctioned and collected primarily in Spain.
ARTISTIC MOVEMENT
Sebastià Congost i Pla is associated with Catalan Post-Impressionism, a movement derived from Impressionism that, at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century, evolved towards a more expressive and personal language.
Catalan Post-Impressionism combined the Impressionist emphasis on light and color with a greater freedom in paint application and a more structured composition. In this context, Congost inherited the tradition of Olot landscape painters and fused it with a bolder palette and a more spontaneous brushstroke, akin to Fauvism.
Notable artists related to this movement include:
Joaquim Mir (1873-1940): Known for his vibrant colors and Mediterranean light.
Josep Amat (1901-1991): An Impressionist painter who evolved towards Post-Impressionism.
Hermen Anglada Camarasa (1871-1959): Recognized for his expressive use of color and composition.
SIMILAR FRENCH PAINTERS
Sebastià Congost i Pla’s style shares similarities with several Post-Impressionist and Fauvist French painters, who also experimented with color and loose brushwork:
Claude Monet (1840-1926): A pioneer of Impressionism, his use of light and reflections in nature resembles Congost’s treatment of luminosity.
Paul Cézanne (1839-1906): His structural approach to landscape and use of color to define volume influenced many Post-Impressionists, including the Catalan tradition.
Henri Matisse (1869-1954): One of the leading figures of Fauvism, his vibrant palette and loose brushstrokes resemble Congost’s expressiveness.
Albert Marquet (1875-1947): His work falls between Impressionism and Fauvism, with intense landscapes and fluid brushwork.
Émile Othon Friesz (1879-1949): A Fauvist and Post-Impressionist, known for his energetic and free use of color, which resonates with Congost’s work.
André Derain (1880-1954): A co-founder of Fauvism, his landscapes with bright colors and simplified forms share commonalities with Congost’s style.
- Creator:Sebastia Congost i Pla (1919 - 2009, Spanish)
- Creation Year:c.1970
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Barcelona, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1155215949822
Sebastia Congost i Pla
Sebastià Congost i PLA, also called Sebastià Congost (September 1919 in Olot - August 7, 2009) was a Catalan painter in the tradition of the Olot school. Sebastià Congost is the brother of the Catalan poet Josep Congost i PLA. Congost graduated from the "Escola Menor de Belles Arts" (school of Fine Arts and Arts and Arts) and the "Escola Superior de Paisatge" (art school for landscape painting) in Olot. How many your fellow artist Olotenser dedicated part of his religious art work. He was influential in Catalan painting in the first half of the 20th century with his work. His objects were mainly sea and mountain landscapes. He has artistically represented but also urban scenes (such as the weekly market in Olot). People and horses, whose art he especially loved to meet often in his compositions. The art expert Joan Sala i flat characterized from 2008 in the "Revista de Girona" Congost artistically as follows: the most important characteristic of Congost is his greatest career running only the absolutely necessary trains and as always the character of a fresh, spontaneous work spread. Its graphics offer a certain reminder of the great brushstrokes of van Gogh.
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2007
1stDibs seller since 2019
421 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: sitges, Spain
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllSpanish fishermen on the beach Spain oil on board painting
By Gabriel Casarrubios
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953) - Fishermen - Oil on panel
Oil size 27x22 cm.
Frameless.
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953)
The Toledo artist trained in Fine Arts in Madrid, at th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Beach's day Spain oil on board painting spanish seascape
By Gabriel Casarrubios
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953) - Beach's day - Oil on panel
Oil size 19x33 cm.
Frameless.
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953)
The Toledo artist trained in Fine Arts in Madrid, at ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Spanish fishermen on the beach Spain oil on board painting
By Gabriel Casarrubios
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953) - Fishermen - Oil on panel
Oil size 27x22 cm.
Frameless.
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953)
The Toledo artist trained in Fine Arts in Madrid, at th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$418 Sale Price
40% Off
Picnic Spain oil on board painting spanish landscape
By Gabriel Casarrubios
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953) - Picnic - Oil on panel
Oil size 19x33 cm.
Frameless.
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953)
The Toledo artist trained in Fine Arts in Madrid, at the S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Spanish people on the beach Spain oil on board painting
By Gabriel Casarrubios
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953) - Beach´s day - Oil on panel
Oil size 22x27 cm.
Frameless.
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953)
The Toledo artist trained in Fine Arts in Madrid, at ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$372 Sale Price
46% Off
Spanish fishermen on the beach Spain oil on board painting
By Gabriel Casarrubios
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953) - Fishermen - Oil on panel
Oil size 22x27 cm.
Frameless.
Gabriel Casarrubios Martín (1953)
The Toledo artist trained in Fine Arts in Madrid, at th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$396 Sale Price
43% Off
You May Also Like
Untitled. Oil on cardboard, Figurative, Landscape, Polish art
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
20th century figurative landscape oil on canvas on cardboard painting by Polish artist Magdalena Spasowicz. Artwork is in classic style, it resembles impressionism. Composition is pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Landscape by the river. Oil on cardboard, Figurative, Polish art
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
20th century figurative landscape oil on canvas on cardboard painting by Polish artist Magdalena Spasowicz. Artwork is in classic style, it resembles impressionism. Composition is pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Nocturn. Oil on cardboard, Figurative, Landscape, Polish art
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
20th century figurative landscape oil on canvas on board painting by Polish artist Magdalena Spasowicz. Artwork is in classic style, it resembles impressionism. Composition is painte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Venise
By André Georges Barbier
Located in LE HAVRE, FR
André BARBIER (1883-1970)
Venise
Oil on cardboard mounted on canvas
Dimensions of the painting: 38 x 46 cm
Signed lower right
Painting in perfect condition.
Very beautiful carved a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Landscape. Oil on cardboard, Figurative, Nature, Muted colors, Polish art
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
20th century figurative landscape oil on cardboard painting by Polish artist Magdalena Spasowicz. Artwork is in classic style, it resembles impressionism. Composition is painted with wide brush strokes. Colors are muted. Artwork depicts a rural landscape with a tree in the centre of the composition.
MAGDALENA SPASOWICZ Studied painting under prof. Jan Cybis and graphic arts with prof. Tadeusz Kulisiewicz at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. She received her diploma in 1953. Her works have been presented in numerous exhibitions in Poland and abroad, among others in Warsaw, London, New York, Bratislava, Washington, Moscow, Berlin, Budapest, and are to be found in private and public collections around the world. In 2017 two individual exhibition of the artists took place - at the Regional Museum in Kozienice Palace and at the Museum of Western Mazowsze in Zyrardow. Magdalena Spasowicz has been spending every single moment on painting for many years now. Most of her paintings are monochromatically coloured landscapes, of places where eye cheers soul with a sight close to heart, known and well remembered. French painting of Pissarro and Utrillo has been a very important inspiration for Magdalena Spasowicz. A desire to still-frame every moment when the artist meets Nature and beloved places is an imperative, which obliges to come back to canvas and paint, paint with a total devotion. The artistry of the places represented in the paintings of Magdalena...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
The boats. Oil on cardboard, Figurative, Landscape, Marine, Polish artist
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
21st century figurative landscape oil on canvas painting by Polish artist Magdalena Spasowicz. Artwork is in classic style, it resembles impressionism. Marine landscapes, seascapes, boats, harbors are motifs in Spasowicz's art to which she often comes back. Composition is painted with wide brush strokes.
MAGDALENA SPASOWICZ Studied painting under prof. Jan Cybis and graphic arts with prof. Tadeusz Kulisiewicz at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. She received her diploma in 1953. Her works have been presented in numerous exhibitions in Poland and abroad, among others in Warsaw, London, New York, Bratislava, Washington, Moscow, Berlin, Budapest, and are to be found in private and public collections around the world. In 2017 two individual exhibition of the artists took place - at the Regional Museum in Kozienice Palace and at the Museum of Western Mazowsze in Zyrardow. Magdalena Spasowicz has been spending every single moment on painting for many years now. Most of her paintings are monochromatically coloured landscapes, of places where eye cheers soul with a sight close to heart, known and well remembered. French painting of Pissarro and Utrillo has been a very important inspiration for Magdalena Spasowicz. A desire to still-frame every moment when the artist meets Nature and beloved places is an imperative, which obliges to come back to canvas and paint, paint with a total devotion. The artistry of the places represented in the paintings of Magdalena...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
