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Irina Forrester"Alcala, Spain", oil pastel, horizontal, black and white, landscape, cityscape2024
2024
$212.28
£158.89
€180
CA$292.15
A$325.63
CHF 170.85
MX$3,976.51
NOK 2,163.31
SEK 2,044.66
DKK 1,370.29
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This expressive oil pastel sketch on paper captures the atmospheric essence of Alcalá de Henares, Spain—the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, the legendary author of Don Quixote. Rendered in a striking monochromatic palette, the composition evokes a sense of nostalgia and history, blending bold, gestural strokes with delicate tonal shading. The focal point appears to be a historic building, possibly reminiscent of Alcalá’s renowned medieval and Renaissance architecture, its textured façade and arched openings lending a timeless presence to the scene.
In the foreground, a gnarled, sprawling tree stretches across the composition, its dramatic, almost surreal form contrasting against the rigid structure, symbolizing the passage of time and the persistence of nature. This interplay of light and shadow, structure and organic form, reflects the literary spirit of Cervantes’ world—where reality and imagination merge.
Executed with a raw, almost abstract quality, this piece invites viewers to explore its rich textures and expressive energy. The use of oil pastel enhances the tactile depth, allowing for both crisp detailing and fluid blending. A compelling tribute to Alcalá’s cultural heritage, this artwork is a collectible piece for admirers of historical cityscapes, literary history, and modern expressionist interpretations.
The sketch is sold unframed. Signed on the left bottom corner and on the back. It will require framing for display.
The gallery guarantees the uniqueness and high quality of this work of art, backed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Irina Forrester, you are making a smart investment, as the value of her artworks continues to grow each year.
- Creator:Irina Forrester
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 11.7 in (29.7 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
- More Editions & Sizes:29.7x42 cm, edition of 1Price: $212
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- Gallery Location:Oslo, NO
- Reference Number:Seller: Certificate of authenticity1stDibs: LU2717215746782
Irina is a contemporary Russian-born British artist currently residing in Singapore. Most of Irina’s work is representational but recently she has been looking to shift it towards a fine balance between abstraction and realism. Her subject matter covers a wide range from still lifes and landscapes to portraiture and life drawing sketches. She prefers oils to other mediums for its versatility in application but also enjoys acrylics, gouache, charcoal and ink. Irina exhibits regularly (35+ shows and art fairs in the last 3 years) and her works are in private collections in the UK, the USA, Europe, Russia, Hong Kong and Singapore.
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