Mid-20th-Century, German, Sailboat

Mid-20th-Century, German, SailboatThis mid 20th century oil painting depicts a sailboat on the shore, possibly in Kiel, Germany. With liberal use of impasto and a rhythmical zeal, the form of the boat draws focus as it lands on the shore. One can imagine the artist standing on the beach amid the breaking waves (presumably with the tide going out), quickly capturing the scene. The sail, partially illuminated by strong light, creates an important vertical, which anchors the design. The

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An evocative portrait of a girl leaning on a railing before a cityscape and a full moon

It evokes the tranquillity of a day resting by the shore

It’s reminiscent of the marshland scenery encountered in Suffolk or Norfolk

with dapples of muddy green raised on either side

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This is the only version we’ve found

what’s he doing

Several figures are making their way down the hill for a relaxing stroll by the river

The bride and groom lead a procession down a wooden staircase decorated with foliage

A charming early 19th-century miniature portrait of a doe-eyed lady wearing a beautiful dress with short puffed sleeves and a necklace