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Joaquin Terruella Matilla
Sun and Fishing on the Costa Brava Spain oil on canvas mediterranean seascape

1947

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Title: Sun and Fishing on the Costa Brava Artist: Joaquín Terruella Matilla (Barcelona, 1891 – 1957) Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 60 x 73 cm (23.6 x 28.7 in) Support: Canvas Signature: Signed in the lower left corner Condition: Good Period: Circa 1930–1950 Provenance: Private collection Framed: No DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK This splendid oil painting by Joaquín Terruella, titled Sun and Fishing on the Costa Brava, depicts a Mediterranean coastal scene infused with warmth and vibrant light. A group of human figures—likely fishermen and local women—are scattered among the boats resting on the sand and the whitewashed houses lining the shore. The clear sky and transparent sea convey the serenity of a sunny day by the water. The loose brushwork, impressionistic touches, and open composition reflect the best tradition of 20th-century Catalan landscape painting. This work not only captures the natural beauty of the Catalan coastline but also evokes the unhurried, hardworking rhythm of seafaring life. ABOUT THE ARTIST Joaquín Terruella Matilla was a Catalan painter born in Barcelona in 1891. A nephew of fellow artist Segundo Matilla, Terruella received solid artistic training and was influenced by Santiago Rusiñol, with whom he traveled to Italy in 1923. He exhibited widely in Barcelona, Madrid, Paris, Bordeaux, and Biarritz. His work is characterized by a luminous Impressionist style, focusing on landscapes, traditional scenes, and bullfighting themes. He contributed illustrations to publications such as El Día Gráfico and La Noche, and was well-regarded both during his lifetime and posthumously. His paintings are held in major collections, including those of Banco Sabadell and the Carmen Thyssen Collection. Notable Related Artists Terruella’s work aligns with the great masters of Mediterranean costumbrismo and Catalan Impressionism, including: Santiago Rusiñol – Master of luminism and garden and village landscapes. Joaquim Mir – Known for his intense color and vibrant atmospheres. Ramón Casas – For his focus on popular figures and daily life. Isidre Nonell – For his humane portrayal of everyday scenes. Emili Grau Sala – For his refined use of color and Mediterranean evocations.
  • Creator:
    Joaquin Terruella Matilla (1891 - 1957, Spanish)
  • Creation Year:
    1947
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Barcelona, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1155216471532

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