École française (XX) - Le Crépuscule mystérieux - NO RESERVE
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“Le Crépuscule mystérieux” is an original oil landscape by the 20th-century French School, dating from 1970–1980 and presented in a frame.
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An interesting 20th-century French School oil painting, executed in an Expressionist style with Post-Impressionist and Symbolist influences.
The work depicts an evocative woodland landscape at dusk, with the low sun faintly illuminating the horizon between the dark silhouettes of the trees. In the foreground, a small body of water reflects the light of the sky, adding depth and balance to the composition.
The painting stands out for its intense atmospheric quality, rich textures, and expressive use of color.
The artist uses a palette dominated by deep browns, dark reds, ochres, and orange hues, creating a striking contrast between the brightness of the horizon and the shadowy masses of vegetation.
The painterly execution is particularly noteworthy, characterized by vigorous brushwork and generous impasto, which lends relief to the surface and enhances the expressive character of the landscape.
The composition conveys an atmosphere of mystery and contemplation, moving away from a strictly naturalistic depiction to offer an emotional interpretation of nature.
Artistic context and influences
The work is associated with 20th-century French Expressionist landscape painting, characterized by chromatic freedom and the use of landscape as a vehicle for emotional expression.
It shows affinities with certain Post-Impressionist and Symbolist tendencies, particularly in the emphasis on twilight light, the simplification of forms, and the intensity of the contrasts.
Characteristics
School: French, 20th century.
Medium: Oil.
Style: Expressionism with Post-Impressionist and Symbolist influences.
Genre: Landscape.
Subject: Forest at dusk with reflections of light.
Signature: Signed in the lower-right corner; signature illegible.
Presentation: Framed.
Frame and condition
The painting is presented in an elegant white frame with clean lines and a wide moulding, whose contemporary design contrasts with the dark tones of the composition and enhances its chromatic intensity.
The frame is included as a gift and has no commercial value.
The condition should be assessed from the photographs provided, which form an integral part of the description.
Shipping
The work will be carefully and professionally packed, using suitable protective materials to ensure its safety in transit.
Taxes, tariffs, and customs charges arising from shipments outside the European Union are the buyer’s responsibility. Shipments to islands or remote areas may incur additional charges.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateAn interesting 20th-century French School oil painting, executed in an Expressionist style with Post-Impressionist and Symbolist influences.
The work depicts an evocative woodland landscape at dusk, with the low sun faintly illuminating the horizon between the dark silhouettes of the trees. In the foreground, a small body of water reflects the light of the sky, adding depth and balance to the composition.
The painting stands out for its intense atmospheric quality, rich textures, and expressive use of color.
The artist uses a palette dominated by deep browns, dark reds, ochres, and orange hues, creating a striking contrast between the brightness of the horizon and the shadowy masses of vegetation.
The painterly execution is particularly noteworthy, characterized by vigorous brushwork and generous impasto, which lends relief to the surface and enhances the expressive character of the landscape.
The composition conveys an atmosphere of mystery and contemplation, moving away from a strictly naturalistic depiction to offer an emotional interpretation of nature.
Artistic context and influences
The work is associated with 20th-century French Expressionist landscape painting, characterized by chromatic freedom and the use of landscape as a vehicle for emotional expression.
It shows affinities with certain Post-Impressionist and Symbolist tendencies, particularly in the emphasis on twilight light, the simplification of forms, and the intensity of the contrasts.
Characteristics
School: French, 20th century.
Medium: Oil.
Style: Expressionism with Post-Impressionist and Symbolist influences.
Genre: Landscape.
Subject: Forest at dusk with reflections of light.
Signature: Signed in the lower-right corner; signature illegible.
Presentation: Framed.
Frame and condition
The painting is presented in an elegant white frame with clean lines and a wide moulding, whose contemporary design contrasts with the dark tones of the composition and enhances its chromatic intensity.
The frame is included as a gift and has no commercial value.
The condition should be assessed from the photographs provided, which form an integral part of the description.
Shipping
The work will be carefully and professionally packed, using suitable protective materials to ensure its safety in transit.
Taxes, tariffs, and customs charges arising from shipments outside the European Union are the buyer’s responsibility. Shipments to islands or remote areas may incur additional charges.
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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Edition
Original
Artist
École française (XX)
Title of artwork
Le Crépuscule mystérieux - NO RESERVE
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
42.5 cm
Width
34.5 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Post-Impressionism
Period
1970-1980
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