École européenne (XIX) - Navires à l’horizon
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Navires à l’horizon, an oil on canvas marine landscape from the 19th century, of French origin in the Impressionist style, signed, 32 × 38 cm, sold with a frame.
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European School, 19th century
Marina with boats, oil on canvas
Oil painting belonging to the European school of the nineteenth century, depicting a marine scene of notable technical refinement and atmospheric sensibility. The composition shows several steam and sailing vessels moored in calm waters, arranged on different planes that generate an apt sense of depth and distance.
The work is situated within the late Romantic tradition and the nineteenth-century marinist realism, with a clear focus on luminous effects, atmosphere, and the state of the sea. The artist approaches the subject with a restrained and elegant palette, dominated by pearly grays, soft blues, and warm ochers, achieving a scene of great balance and visual serenity.
From a technical standpoint, the painting reveals a solid command of drawing and seascape perspective, with precise treatment of the vessels and a delicate handling of chiaroscuro. The brushwork is fine and controlled, especially in the sky and on the surface of the water, where subtle modulations are evident that effectively capture the gentle movement of the waves and the changing reflections of light.
The low horizon and the breadth of the sky reinforce the atmospheric quality of the scene, a device common in European marine painting of the nineteenth century, especially in the Northern schools and in the Mediterranean milieu. The presence of steamships beside other traditional vessels also offers an interesting visual record of the transition from classical navigation to industrial times.
The work stands out for its high pictorial quality, both in execution and in composition, and for its notable decorative value, being a representative example of nineteenth-century marine painting, highly valued in the market for its elegance, its sobriety, and its timelessness.
A piece of great interest to collectors of 19th-century European painting, especially for those who value classical seascapes and atmospheric painting of meticulous craftsmanship.
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Translated by Google TranslateEuropean School, 19th century
Marina with boats, oil on canvas
Oil painting belonging to the European school of the nineteenth century, depicting a marine scene of notable technical refinement and atmospheric sensibility. The composition shows several steam and sailing vessels moored in calm waters, arranged on different planes that generate an apt sense of depth and distance.
The work is situated within the late Romantic tradition and the nineteenth-century marinist realism, with a clear focus on luminous effects, atmosphere, and the state of the sea. The artist approaches the subject with a restrained and elegant palette, dominated by pearly grays, soft blues, and warm ochers, achieving a scene of great balance and visual serenity.
From a technical standpoint, the painting reveals a solid command of drawing and seascape perspective, with precise treatment of the vessels and a delicate handling of chiaroscuro. The brushwork is fine and controlled, especially in the sky and on the surface of the water, where subtle modulations are evident that effectively capture the gentle movement of the waves and the changing reflections of light.
The low horizon and the breadth of the sky reinforce the atmospheric quality of the scene, a device common in European marine painting of the nineteenth century, especially in the Northern schools and in the Mediterranean milieu. The presence of steamships beside other traditional vessels also offers an interesting visual record of the transition from classical navigation to industrial times.
The work stands out for its high pictorial quality, both in execution and in composition, and for its notable decorative value, being a representative example of nineteenth-century marine painting, highly valued in the market for its elegance, its sobriety, and its timelessness.
A piece of great interest to collectors of 19th-century European painting, especially for those who value classical seascapes and atmospheric painting of meticulous craftsmanship.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA, we are passionately and professionally dedicated to the daily selection and auction of works of art, antiques and collectibles. Our experience in the sector allows us to offer unique and authentic pieces, carefully acquired from private collections and exclusive sources.
We have a wide stock covering a wide variety of styles and periods, designed to satisfy both experienced collectors and those looking to get started in the world of art.
Every piece tells a story and every auction is an opportunity to discover something special. Our goal is to connect art lovers with objects that inspire and enrich their collections.
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Artist
École européenne (XIX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Title of artwork
Navires à l’horizon
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Fair condition
Height
32 cm
Width
38 cm
Depiction/Theme
Seascape
Style
Impressionism
Period
19th century
