French Impressionist Watercolor of Coastal Path with Beached Boats

Title: French Impressionist Watercolor of Coastal Path with Beached Boats By Maurice Mazeilie (French 1924-2021) Medium: Watercolor on paper, unframed Size: 5.5 x 7.5 inches (Height x Width) Signed: Initials bottom right. Condition: Good, with signs of aging. Provenance: All the paintings we have by this artist have come from the artist’s estate. Description: This expressive watercolor by Maurice Mazeilie captures a winding coastal path framed by verdant cliffs and dotted with a few solitary figures, adding a sense of scale and serenity. The foreground features beached boats, their masts extending upward, painted in muted tones that blend seamlessly with the natural landscape. The artist’s skillful use of color highlights the rugged cliffside in vibrant greens, contrasting beautifully with the soft hues of the path and the distant hazy sky. Mazeilie’s lively brushstrokes and delicate blending evoke the tranquility of a quiet coastal scene, offering a peaceful glimpse into the artist’s interpretation of nature.