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Expressionist Seascape, Bord de la Mer, Cassis, South of France

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£956.99
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Mid Century Expressionist oil on canvas seascape of the Mediterranean coastline at Cassis in the South of France. The painting is signed bottom left but as yet undeciphered. Title to the rear stretcher. Presented in a fine gilt and patinated custom wood frame. This stunning seascape captures the raw, untamed beauty of a rocky coastline with impeccable detail. The painting uses a rich palette of blues and earthy browns to depict the tumultuous waves crashing against rugged cliffs. The artist's skilful use of texture and brushwork brings the scene to life, with the churning sea appearing almost animated in its movement. The contrast between the cool, turbulent water and the warm, solid rocks creates a dynamic tension, drawing the viewer's eye along the coast. Unique to this piece is the artist’s ability to convey the mood of nature’s relentless power while also highlighting the serene beauty of the ocean. The careful layering of colours and precise composition make this artwork a captivating interpretation of nature’s untamed forces. Some of the composition and use of colours is reminiscent of the works of Achille-Émile Othon Friesz who painted extensively in this area and this may have been an influence on the artist. Cassis is a commune situated east of Marseille in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, whose coastline is known in English as the French Riviera, in Southern France. It is a popular tourist destination, famous for its cliffs (falaises) and the sheltered inlets called calanques and has been an inspiration for artists for many centuries.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 21.26 in (54 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Circle Of:
    Achille-Émile Othon Friesz (1879 - 1949, French)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear to the frame.
  • Gallery Location:
    Cotignac, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: LG/Cassis1stDibs: LU1430216542922

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