École postimpressionniste française (c.1920) - Reflets sur l’eau

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Reflets sur l’eau is an oil painting by a French Post-Impressionist school artist (circa 1920), 28 by 33 cm, depicting a tranquil landscape with water and buildings and sold with a frame.

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Interesting painting belonging to the French Post-Impressionist school of the first half of the 20th century, probably created around the 1920s-1930s, depicting a tranquil landscape with water-adjacent buildings surrounded by abundant vegetation.

The composition is dominated by an architectural ensemble of simple, rounded forms, whose luminance contrasts with the deep greens of the surrounding vegetation. In the foreground, the surface of the water takes on a special prominence thanks to the attractive play of reflections from the buildings and the landscape, creating a balanced composition with notable depth.

The work shows characteristics typical of the French Post-Impressionist tradition, with a libre interpretation of the landscape based on the simplification of forms, construction through chromatic masses, and a visible, expressive brushwork. The artist moves away from a strictly academic representation to focus on light, color, and atmosphere effects.

What stands out especially is the contrast between the illuminated areas of the architecture, solved with ochres, creams, and pinkish tones, and the vegetation, executed with deep greens and a more materially worked brushstroke. The reflections on the water extend the architectural forms and add dynamism to a serene scene.

Due to its stylistic features, the work can be placed within French post-Impressionist landscape painting developed during the first decades of the 20th century, when the Impressionist heritage continued to evolve toward a painting with greater formal synthesis and chromatic freedom.

The work is presented framed. The frame is included solely as courtesy for the buyer and is not considered an integral part of the work, so any possible defect in it will not be grounds for complaint.

The conservation state is as can be seen in detail in the photographs, which form an integral part of the description. It shows signs of age and use consistent with its period. It is recommended to carefully examine all the images to assess its overall condition, as well as possible craquelures, wear, small losses, nicks, or interventions that it may present.

Packaging will be carried out professionally and carefully to guarantee maximum protection possible during transport.

Shipments to destinations outside the European Union may be subject to duties, taxes, import fees, and customs procedures, whose costs will be the sole responsibility of the buyer. Customs procedures may cause delays compared to the usual delivery times.

Shipments to islands, overseas territories, or especially remote destinations may incur additional shipping costs. It is advised to check in advance the shipping conditions and possible additional costs.

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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Interesting painting belonging to the French Post-Impressionist school of the first half of the 20th century, probably created around the 1920s-1930s, depicting a tranquil landscape with water-adjacent buildings surrounded by abundant vegetation.

The composition is dominated by an architectural ensemble of simple, rounded forms, whose luminance contrasts with the deep greens of the surrounding vegetation. In the foreground, the surface of the water takes on a special prominence thanks to the attractive play of reflections from the buildings and the landscape, creating a balanced composition with notable depth.

The work shows characteristics typical of the French Post-Impressionist tradition, with a libre interpretation of the landscape based on the simplification of forms, construction through chromatic masses, and a visible, expressive brushwork. The artist moves away from a strictly academic representation to focus on light, color, and atmosphere effects.

What stands out especially is the contrast between the illuminated areas of the architecture, solved with ochres, creams, and pinkish tones, and the vegetation, executed with deep greens and a more materially worked brushstroke. The reflections on the water extend the architectural forms and add dynamism to a serene scene.

Due to its stylistic features, the work can be placed within French post-Impressionist landscape painting developed during the first decades of the 20th century, when the Impressionist heritage continued to evolve toward a painting with greater formal synthesis and chromatic freedom.

The work is presented framed. The frame is included solely as courtesy for the buyer and is not considered an integral part of the work, so any possible defect in it will not be grounds for complaint.

The conservation state is as can be seen in detail in the photographs, which form an integral part of the description. It shows signs of age and use consistent with its period. It is recommended to carefully examine all the images to assess its overall condition, as well as possible craquelures, wear, small losses, nicks, or interventions that it may present.

Packaging will be carried out professionally and carefully to guarantee maximum protection possible during transport.

Shipments to destinations outside the European Union may be subject to duties, taxes, import fees, and customs procedures, whose costs will be the sole responsibility of the buyer. Customs procedures may cause delays compared to the usual delivery times.

Shipments to islands, overseas territories, or especially remote destinations may incur additional shipping costs. It is advised to check in advance the shipping conditions and possible additional costs.

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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Details

Artist
École postimpressionniste française (c.1920)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Reflets sur l’eau
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Fair condition
Height
28 cm
Width
33 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Post-Impressionism
Period
1920-1930
SpainVerified
2019
Objects sold
100%
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