Product id: 2446
Brand: Maurice de Vlaminck
Description:
Maurice de Vlaminck's"Rue de Village" is a captivating lithograph that offers a glimpse into the quiet,unassuming charm of rural life in early 20th-century France.Created during a period when Vlaminck was exploring the expressive power of printmaking,this work showcases his ability to capture the essence of a simple scene through bold lines and stark contrasts.
The lithograph depicts a narrow,winding street lined with quaint houses.The buildings,rendered in a variety of shades of gray,exhibit a sense of solidity and permanence.A solitary figure,perhaps a villager or a traveler,walks down the street,adding a touch of human scale to the otherwise tranquil scene.The sky above is filled with dramatic clouds,suggesting a sense of impending change or perhaps a passing storm.
Vlaminck's use of bold lines and deep shadows creates a sense of atmosphere and depth.The composition is carefully balanced,with the street and buildings forming a strong vertical axis that is contrasted by the horizontal lines of the sky and the ground.The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation and a sense of timeless beauty.
Lithograph: Height: 47cm Width: 64cm / frame and lithograph: Height: 70cm Width: 90cm
Price: € 650