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About the Item

Captured with unmistakable mastery, this work of art presents a vibrant, textured cityscape bathed in a bold, contrasting color palette. The superimpositions of intense blues, terracotta reds and golden yellows form a harmoniously discordant whole, a veritable ode to the city and its perpetual energy. The center of the composition is dominated by an imposing architectural structure, probably a church or cathedral, with a distinctive green dome that immediately catches the eye. Its surroundings are populated by cubic and rectangular buildings with sloping roofs, themselves tinted in warm hues, which fit together with a slightly distorted perspective, accentuating the dynamism of the scene. The sky itself is a work in its own right, tormented and turbulent, with touches of deep blue and stormy clouds adding a dramatic atmosphere to the composition. Light and shadow seem to dance together, creating a sense of perpetual motion, as if the city were breathing through the canvas. The artist's brushwork is decidedly expressive, each stroke marked by clear, passionate intent. The texture of the paint is thick and rich, adding a tactile dimension that invites the viewer to dive into this urban panorama. The geometric shapes, though rigid, blend magnificently with the fluid shades of the sky, bringing together a harmonious relationship between man and his built environment. In short, this work is a vibrant celebration of city life, an encounter between architecture and nature, captured with palpable emotional intensity. It invites reflection on the beauty and complexity of urban landscapes, while evoking a multitude of feelings through its bold, expressive colors and shapes.

Creator:
György Csato (1910 - 1983, Hungarian)
Dimensions:
Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Width: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
Medium:
Oil
Movement & Style:
Expressionist
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Condition:
Original frame Work on wood - Gray interior wooden frame and white borders - 78.5 x 61.5 x 3.5 cm.
Gallery Location:
Genève, CH
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2018211315662

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