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Summer Resort in Michigan is an exceptional work painted by the Chicago Modernist, William Schwartz. He studied at the Art Institute of Chicago shortly ...

"Untitled" oil on canvas painting by artist Alex Katz. Signed and dated A. Katz 46 recto lower right. Painted in 1946, during the period when Katz was studying at Cooper Union in New...

An exceptional, large, early work by American artist Dorothy Eisner (1906-1984). This painting was recently exhibited at Gracie Mansion in 2019 as part of “She Persists” - a show de...

A quintessential American Scene landscape painted by the Chicago Modernist, William Schwartz. Workers in tilled fields surrounding a farmstead under dramatic skies. Painted in 1935...

Artodyssey "Julita Malinowska's paintings belong to those, which once seen - are never forgotten. The open spaces, sometimes cool and bright, at other times heavily saturated with co...

An important Irish Modernist oil on canvas painting by Henry Robertson Craig (1816-1984), titled "Young Bathers", circa 1960. This very beautiful painting of children seated on the...

Mallorca Mediterranean Seascape Original Oil Painting, Early 21st Century Artist: Francesc Casademont Mercader (Spanish, born 1948) Title: Mallorca Seascape Date: 2011 Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 20 × 20 cm / 7.88 × 7.88 in Signature: Signed lower left, “Casademont Mercader” Verso: Signed and inscribed by the artist on the reverse with reference number Condition: Excellent condition Frame: Unframed Origin: Spain Subject: Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Mediterranean coast DESCRIPTION Original oil on canvas by Spanish Catalan painter Francesc Casademont Mercader, created in 2011 and depicting the Mediterranean coast of Mallorca. In this intimate marine landscape, Casademont reduces the scene to its essential elements: sea, distant mountains, sky and a small rocky formation emerging from the water. Soft mauve, violet, blue and muted rose tones create the hazy atmosphere characteristic of the Mediterranean at moments of changing light. The distant coastline almost dissolves into the horizon, producing a remarkable sensation of depth despite the painting’s compact 20 × 20 cm format. Casademont’s restrained composition and subtle tonal gradations transform the recognizable Mallorcan landscape into something more contemplative and timeless. Rather than describing every geographical detail, the painter concentrates on atmosphere, silence and the emotional effect of light over water. Signed lower left “Casademont Mercader”. The reverse also bears the artist’s signature and handwritten reference inscription. Presented unframed and in excellent condition. ARTIST BIOGRAPHY Francesc Casademont Mercader, born in 1948, is a Spanish Catalan painter particularly associated with landscape painting. His artistic development included studies related to design and art, while extensive travels through Europe, North Africa and Asia contributed to his fascination with light, colour and landscape. Throughout his career, the natural environment became one of the central themes of his work. He has painted Mediterranean coastal scenery as well as landscapes connected with Catalonia, the Lluçanès region and the Pre-Pyrenees. Casademont’s paintings are characterized by softened contours, restrained colour harmonies and an atmospheric treatment of space. His landscapes frequently move away from strict topographical representation in favour of a quieter, poetic interpretation of nature. This approach gives his paintings a recognizable sense of stillness and timelessness, particularly evident in his Mediterranean and coastal compositions. ARTISTIC INSPIRATION Casademont Mercader belongs to the broad tradition of Mediterranean landscape painting in which atmosphere, colour and light become more important than strict topographical description. The luminous Mediterranean tradition of Joaquín Sorolla provides an important historical reference, while the emotional treatment of the Catalan landscape can also recall Joaquín Mir. In Casademont’s softer and more mist-filled compositions, the gradual dissolution of landscape into colour evokes aspects of Claude Monet’s atmospheric painting. There is also something of Nicolas de Staël in the way solid coastal forms are simplified into broad masses of colour, although Casademont remains firmly rooted in figurative landscape painting. These influences should not be understood as direct imitation. Casademont develops his own quieter visual language, transforming Mallorca and the Mediterranean coast into contemplative spaces dominated by horizon, colour and silence. Modern Mediterranean Modernism Spanish Modern Art Catalan Art Modern Landscape Marine Painting Mallorca Mediterranean Sea Balearic Islands Seascape Coastal Landscape Spanish Landscape Marine Landscape KEYWORDS Francesc Casademont Mercader Mallorca painting...

Howard Post b 1948. "Along the River". Oil on canvas, 2011. The painting measures 20 x 30. Overall dimensions are a little more than 27 x 37. The custom frame was made by the Co...

Eardley Knollys (1902-1991) 'Santa Panagia, Sicily' ‍ Oil on canvas 77 x 61cm Unsigned Eardley Knollys was a deeply impressive and charming figure. E...

Artist: Francisco Carbonell Massabé (Barcelona, 1928) Title: Las Ramblas de las Flores, Barcelona Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions Height: 60 cm Width: 73 cm (23.62 × 28.74 in) Signature: Signed lower right; signed and titled on the reverse Frame: Unframed Condition: Very good condition. Firm canvas and stable paint layer Charming impressionist street scene depicting the famous Las Ramblas flower market in Barcelona, one of the city’s most iconic and vibrant locations. The composition captures the lively atmosphere of the historic boulevard, where flower stalls filled with colorful bouquets line the promenade while pedestrians stroll beneath the trees. The artist organizes the scene through a dynamic interplay of figures, market stands and architecture, creating a sense of movement and urban life. Executed with a loose and expressive impressionist brushwork, the painting emphasizes light, color and atmosphere. The rich palette of warm earth tones, greens and floral colors gives the scene a vivid Mediterranean character while maintaining an elegant pictorial balance. Paintings representing Barcelona and Las Ramblas are highly sought after by collectors and interior designers, as they evoke the cultural identity and vibrant lifestyle of the city. The subject matter, combined with the decorative strength of the composition, makes this work particularly appealing for display in both classic and contemporary interiors. An attractive and lively cityscape painting capturing the spirit of Barcelona’s most famous avenue. Francisco Carbonell Massabé (Barcelona, 1928) is a Spanish painter trained at the Schools of Fine Arts and at La Llotja in Barcelona. His artistic career has focused primarily on landscape and urban scenes, strongly influenced by Mediterranean impressionism. His work is characterized by loose brushwork, luminous color and a vibrant treatment of everyday life. He exhibited in various Spanish and European cities, developing a body of work appreciated for its evocative depictions of Mediterranean cities and landscapes. His scenes of Barcelona remain among his most recognizable and collectible subjects. Barcelona painting Las Ramblas painting Barcelona street scene Flower market painting...

“St. Michael’s in Brooklyn, c. 1944” by Ernest Fiene (1894-1965) New York City served as an endless source of inspiration for Fiene, who often captured street scenes like this one i...

Exhibited at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (1947) and the University of Illinois Exhibition of Contemporary Painting (1948), this painting by Philip Evergood exemplifies the ...