Mid 1900-1999 1950’s French Post-Impressionist Oil Coastal Estuary & Houses

The Coastal Estuary signed by Regine David (female French artist, 1910-2018) oil painting on canvas, unframed measures: 13 x 18 inches condition: the painting is in very sound and presentable condition and certainly very original. It had previously been stored with the artists estate and there are a very few surface scuffs and marks. provenance: from the artists estate, Paris Stunning original mid 1900-1999 oil painting in the Post-Impressionist style of painting, with thick impasto oil to the surface. This painting is one of several works by the female French artist, Regine David (1910-2018) we have available, all of which came from the artists estate in Paris, France. Painted with a delightful spontaneous feel and a freshness to the palette. A very ‘painterly’ work and a delight to behold. The painting features a serene coastal landscape with a soft and harmonious color palette. It holds many lovely colors, which are detailed further here: Sky and Clouds: The sky is painted with light blues and soft whites, creating a gentle and calm atmosphere. The clouds are depicted with subtle whites and hints of gray and light pink to add depth and dimension. Buildings and Roofs: The buildings in the background are rendered with soft, muted tones of cream, light gray, and beige. The roofs are highlighted with terra-cotta reds and oranges, providing a warm contrast to the cooler tones of the sky and water. Water: The water in the foreground is depicted with a mix of soft blues, aqua, and touches of green. These colors blend smoothly, reflecting the calmness of the scene and the light of the sky above. Vegetation: The grassy areas and patches of land are painted in various shades of green, from light to medium tones. There are also hints of yellow and brown, suggesting sunlit areas and the natural variation in the landscape. Overall Mood: The painting’s color palette is dominated by soft pastels and light, airy tones. The combination of blues, greens, reds, and oranges gives the painting a peaceful and idyllic feel, evoking the tranquility of a coastal village bathed in soft daylight.