Rafael Máñez Llorca (XX) - Journée sur le rivage
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Journée sur le rivage, 1980–1990, watercolor, Spain, sold with frame.
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Watercolor of a marine landscape. Signed.
Delicate and evocative watercolor by Rafael Máñez Llorca, focused on a shoreline scene with a distinctly Mediterranean flavor, with boats stranded, figures fishing, and an atmosphere of tranquil everyday seaside life. The composition conveys with notable sensitivity the calm of the coastal environment, articulating a landscape with great visual freshness and a pronounced environmental value.
The work is part of the Levantine and maritime landscape tradition, with a loose and luminous interpretation of the motif, where the artist gives special prominence to capturing the atmosphere, the vibrancy of the light, and the spontaneity of the sketch. Clear affinities are noticeable with twentieth-century Valencian landscape and coast painting, especially in the attention to the environment, the synthesis of forms, and the suggestion of human activity integrated into the natural setting.
From a technical standpoint, the watercolor is resolved with an agile and confident brushstroke, cleverly leveraging the medium’s transparency. The washes, light yet effective, build a balanced scene in which earth tones, ochres, muted blues, and greens predominate, all shaded by a warm mist that unifies the whole and reinforces its poetic character. The ease with which the boats, coastal vegetation, and small figures are depicted is especially notable—barely sketched but fully functional within the composition.
The work shows good craftsmanship in spatial organization, with a very natural arrangement of elements and a thoughtful gradation of planes that adds depth without losing freshness. The scene, appearing simple, is built with sensitivity and economy of means, qualities particularly valued in landscape watercolor.
Signed in the lower right corner, it is a piece of notable decorative and commercial appeal, very suitable for both private collections and Mediterranean-styled interiors. Overall, a representative work of Rafael Máñez Llorca’s landscape sensibility, capable of turning a humble coastal corner into an image full of light, serenity, and authenticity.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
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We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
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Translated by Google TranslateWatercolor of a marine landscape. Signed.
Delicate and evocative watercolor by Rafael Máñez Llorca, focused on a shoreline scene with a distinctly Mediterranean flavor, with boats stranded, figures fishing, and an atmosphere of tranquil everyday seaside life. The composition conveys with notable sensitivity the calm of the coastal environment, articulating a landscape with great visual freshness and a pronounced environmental value.
The work is part of the Levantine and maritime landscape tradition, with a loose and luminous interpretation of the motif, where the artist gives special prominence to capturing the atmosphere, the vibrancy of the light, and the spontaneity of the sketch. Clear affinities are noticeable with twentieth-century Valencian landscape and coast painting, especially in the attention to the environment, the synthesis of forms, and the suggestion of human activity integrated into the natural setting.
From a technical standpoint, the watercolor is resolved with an agile and confident brushstroke, cleverly leveraging the medium’s transparency. The washes, light yet effective, build a balanced scene in which earth tones, ochres, muted blues, and greens predominate, all shaded by a warm mist that unifies the whole and reinforces its poetic character. The ease with which the boats, coastal vegetation, and small figures are depicted is especially notable—barely sketched but fully functional within the composition.
The work shows good craftsmanship in spatial organization, with a very natural arrangement of elements and a thoughtful gradation of planes that adds depth without losing freshness. The scene, appearing simple, is built with sensitivity and economy of means, qualities particularly valued in landscape watercolor.
Signed in the lower right corner, it is a piece of notable decorative and commercial appeal, very suitable for both private collections and Mediterranean-styled interiors. Overall, a representative work of Rafael Máñez Llorca’s landscape sensibility, capable of turning a humble coastal corner into an image full of light, serenity, and authenticity.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Artist
Rafael Máñez Llorca (XX)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Journée sur le rivage
Technique
Watercolour painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Fair condition
Height
73 cm
Width
92 cm
Period
1980-1990
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