Resting Rowboat

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A large and tranquil modernist painting that features a solitary rowboat resting on the shore, with a calm and expansive sea stretching out to the horizon, executed in oil onto board and dated 1981.

The rowboat, painted in muted whites and blues with earthy brown wooden supports, lies on a patch of grass, hinting at a moment of stillness and quiet reflection.

The painting is executed in a modernist style, employing geometric simplification and flat planes of colour to depict the scene. The brushstrokes are textured and deliberate, creating a tactile quality that enhances the sense of depth despite the otherwise flattened perspective.

The artist has used a restrained colour palette dominated by soft blues, pale whites, and earthy browns, evoking a serene coastal atmosphere. The subtle blending of sky and sea, contrasted with the distinct white of the boat, draws attention to the central subject while maintaining a harmonious balance.

Overall, this artwork beautifully captures the nostalgic essence of a quiet coastal moment.

This large oil on board is housed in a complementary cream frame with an inner cream border. The painting has some light marks on its outer border, but is in good vintage condition overall. The frame has minor scuffs.

Size: 57 x 74.5 cm (including frame)