Circa 1890 French Impressionist Seascape, Normandy Coast, Oil Painting in Gold Frame
A rare late 19th-century French Impressionist seascape, depicting the dramatic coastline of Normandy under a shifting sky. Painted with lively brushwork and strong atmosphere, and presented in its original period gilt frame. This evocative seascape dates to circa 1890 and captures the restless movement of the sea along the Normandy coast. Dark rolling waves dominate the foreground, while a small fishing vessel struggles against the water beneath a pale, wind-swept sky. The distant shoreline emerges softly through mist and spray, lending the scene depth and quiet tension.
What makes this painting particularly appealing is its Impressionist approach to a maritime subject, something far less commonly encountered than landscapes or urban scenes from the period. Rather than focusing on precise detail, the artist has worked with broken brushstrokes and layered paint to convey light, motion, and atmosphere. The surface feels alive, with energy concentrated in the sea itself.
Good antique condition with light age-related craquelure and surface wear consistent with age. Paint surface is stable. The painting has recently been to the restorer for a professional cleaning and new varnish applied. The frame shows gentle wear and patina, adding to the authentic character of the piece. Executed in oil on Wood Panel, the work is housed in its original gilt frame, whose warm patina and bold profile complement the dramatic palette of the seascape.
French School
Oil on Wood Panel
Circa 1890
Impressionist seascape
Initialed lower right
Paris address on the reverse
Original gilt frame
Sizing incl Frame:
Height: 12.99 inch (33cm)
Width: 19.69 inch (50cm)
Depth: 1.97 inch (5cm)
Sizing Painting:
Height: 6.30 inch (16cm)
Width: 12.99 inch (33cm)
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