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Bernadette van Baarsen
Large Contemporary Expressionist/Fauvist Oil on Linen. 'Le Haut St Jean'.

2023

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Contemporary expressionist/fauvist oil on linen of a Provençal landscape by Dutch artist Bernadette Van Baarsen. Signed bottom right and presented in a silver and black case frame. This dynamic artwork captures a surreal landscape imbued with vivid energy and fluid movement. The composition features a winding path leading towards a distant horizon, flanked by undulating waves of green and blue, evoking a sense of motion. Lining the path are abstract, flame-like forms that resemble trees, rendered in bold shades of red and orange. The sky above is an explosion of warm tones, merging seamlessly with the landscape, suggesting a sunset or sunrise glow. This interplay of colors and vigorous brushstrokes creates an animated, dreamlike atmosphere. The artist's technique blends elements of Impressionism and Expressionism, emphasizing emotion and abstract form over realistic representation. The artwork's unique aspect lies in its ability to evoke both tranquility and energy simultaneously, drawing viewers into an otherworldly journey. Bernadette ('Berna', as she autographs her works) VAN BAARSEN was born and raised in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. After finishing her high-school she followed training to be a nurse and architect, whilst at the same time being a lead singer in two Dutch punk bands and making sculptures in plexiglass. Later in life she decided to pursue an academic career and obtained a PhD in psychology and medical ethics. She worked as associate professor at the Free University of Amsterdam and was member of several high-level medical-ethical committees. In 2015 she settled in France. Being essentially autodidact, she took up painting, in particular after being inspired by the Provençal landscape and friendships with fellow artists. In recent years she has shown her work at successful exhibitions in Provence and elsewhere.
  • Creator:
    Bernadette van Baarsen
  • Creation Year:
    2023
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 50.4 in (128 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cotignac, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GB/Berna/St.Jean.1stDibs: LU1430216293742

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