Pastel Pastures

A large 20th century abstract landscape painting that captures a serene natural setting with a dynamic interplay of colours and expressive brushstrokes, executed in oil onto canvas and dated ’86 on the reverse.

The composition features rolling hills, trees, and open sky, evoking a peaceful yet energetic atmosphere. The scene is loosely defined, and there is an emphasis on colour, form, and movement, over precise details, allowing the viewer to interpret the landscape through a lens of abstraction.

The artist has used a vibrant and pastel-based palette, with shades of soft greens, yellows, blues, and pinks blending harmoniously. The sky is rendered in airy blues and whites, while the trees and hills incorporate warm yellow, purples, and fresh greens, adding depth and movement to the piece.

Bold, gestural brushstrokes define the texture of the landscape, with thick impasto applications adding a sense of three-dimensionality. The expressive, sweeping strokes create a rhythmic flow, guiding the eye across the painting and enhancing its dynamic yet tranquil mood.

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