Castle at riverside, Original French Watercolor, Impressionist style, 1940 c.
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*Dimensions include the frame This French watercolor from around 1940 captures a picturesque view reminiscent of the Impressionist penchant for natural light and landscape scenes. The painting features a castle by the water, a subject that harks back to the works of Claude Monet, who often depicted the interplay between architecture and nature. The fluidity of the watercolor medium itself, with its soft washes and delicate color gradations, is evocative of the Impressionist technique, aiming to capture the fleeting moments of light and color. The subtle reflections on the water and the nuanced skies convey a sense of immediacy, a snapshot of life by the river, much like the river scenes painted by Alfred Sisley. While Impressionists typically used more vivid color palettes, this watercolor employs a more restrained palette, which may reflect the transitioning artistic styles of the period, still echoing the Impressionists' exploration of light and their direct observation from nature.
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Creation Year:
1940 c.
Dimensions:
Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
Medium:
Watercolor
Movement & Style:
Impressionist
Period:
1940-1949
Condition:
Excellent
Reserve: $400.00
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Domestic: Flat-rate of $120.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from France
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About the Item
*Dimensions include the frame This French watercolor from around 1940 captures a picturesque view reminiscent of the Impressionist penchant for natural light and landscape scenes. The painting features a castle by the water, a subject that harks back to the works of Claude Monet, who often depicted the interplay between architecture and nature. The fluidity of the watercolor medium itself, with its soft washes and delicate color gradations, is evocative of the Impressionist technique, aiming to capture the fleeting moments of light and color. The subtle reflections on the water and the nuanced skies convey a sense of immediacy, a snapshot of life by the river, much like the river scenes painted by Alfred Sisley. While Impressionists typically used more vivid color palettes, this watercolor employs a more restrained palette, which may reflect the transitioning artistic styles of the period, still echoing the Impressionists' exploration of light and their direct observation from nature.
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Creation Year:
1940 c.
Dimensions:
Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
Medium:
Watercolor
Movement & Style:
Impressionist
Period:
1940-1949
Condition:
Excellent
Reserve: $400.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $120.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from France
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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