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C. Roppens
Impressionist Coastal Landscape with Cliffs and Overcast Sky by C Roppens

$581.49
£420
€496.85
CA$800.32
A$888.07
CHF 468.44
MX$10,841.45
NOK 5,926.62
SEK 5,550.76
DKK 3,707.88

About the Item

Title: Impressionist Coastal Landscape with Cliffs and Overcast Sky by C Roppens by C Roppens Signed: yes Size: 8.75 inches (height) x 10.75 inches (width) Medium: Oil on board, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition with slight edge wear consistent with age. Provenance: All the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from the artist’s estate and have had no previous owners at all. Description: This evocative coastal landscape painting, signed by C. Roppens, captures the serene beauty of a rugged shoreline under an expansive, overcast sky. Executed with expressive brushwork and a muted palette, the composition conveys a sense of tranquility and introspection characteristic of impressionist seascapes. In the foreground, golden sand dunes stretch across the canvas, their textured surfaces leading the eye toward the distant cliffs that rise majestically against the horizon. The cliffs, rendered in earthy tones, provide a striking contrast to the soft, grey-blue hues of the sky above. The sea itself is suggested rather than detailed, its presence implied by the subtle interplay of light and shadow along the shoreline. Roppens employs a confident, gestural painting style, with visible brushstrokes that add depth and movement to the scene. The use of subdued colours and the emphasis on atmospheric effects reflect the artist's sensitivity to the natural environment and its transient moods. While specific biographical details about C. Roppens remain scarce, the painting's style and subject matter suggest a connection to the French impressionist tradition, particularly the coastal scenes popularized in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The work's emphasis on light, texture, and the emotive qualities of the landscape aligns with the approaches of artists who sought to capture the ephemeral beauty of nature. This painting would make a compelling addition to any collection of impressionist or coastal artworks, offering a timeless depiction of the sea's quiet majesty. Its understated elegance and atmospheric depth make it suitable for a variety of interior settings, from traditional to contemporary.
  • Creator:
    C. Roppens
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316293552

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