ADRIATIC SEA SUNSET
1977, 50x70cm, Tempera on canvas with glossy spray fixative
A sunset at sea, the boat returning, the seagulls following the boat. The orange color and the yellow color resist the dark color of the evening.
The work “Adriatic Sea Sunset,” created in 1977 with tempera technique on canvas and finished with glossy spray fixative, captures with intensity and mastery the magic of a sunset over the Adriatic Sea. The painting conveys a sense of quietness and return, emphasizing the connection between man, sea, and nature.
Composition and atmosphere:
The focal point of the scene is a fishing boat, which plows through the waters leaving behind a luminous and undulating wake. The dynamic movement of the vessel contrasts with the tranquility of the sunset sky, giving the impression that time is suspended in a moment of profound beauty. The seagulls, faithful companions of the fishermen, accompany the return of the boat, hovering in the air with a sense of freedom and harmony.
Chromatic contrast and lights:
One of the most evocative elements of the work is the use of color, which creates a fascinating visual contrast. The warmth of orange and yellow dominates the horizon, enveloping the sea and clouds in a golden glow that seems to almost set the sky on fire. This play of lights clashes with the dark tones of the evening, which progressively advance in the sky and deep waters, accentuating the sense of passage between day and night. The sun, still present but now low, diffuses rays filtered by soft clouds, which seem ignited by the reflections of the sunset. The reflection on the water translates into luminous and vibrant brushstrokes, which give the entire scene a sense of movement and realism.
Meaning and interpretation:
The painting evokes a sense of serenity and fulfillment, representing the return home after a day of work at sea. The sunset is not just a natural phenomenon, but a moment of reflection and transition, where light and darkness meet in a perfect balance. The sea, an omnipresent and majestic element, becomes the silent protagonist of this scene, with its vastness that welcomes and accompanies man’s journey.
Conclusion:
“Adriatic Sea Sunset” is a work that manages to merge dynamism and contemplation, conveying the poetry of a daily moment that becomes eternal thanks to the artist’s mastery. The combination of the expressive force of color and the delicacy of the subject makes this painting a celebration of the beauty of the sea and the life that surrounds it.
A sunset at sea, the boat returning, the seagulls following the boat. The orange color and the yellow color resist the dark color of the evening.
The work “Adriatic Sea Sunset,” created in 1977 with tempera technique on canvas and finished with glossy spray fixative, captures with intensity and mastery the magic of a sunset over the Adriatic Sea. The painting conveys a sense of quietness and return, emphasizing the connection between man, sea, and nature.
Composition and atmosphere:
The focal point of the scene is a fishing boat, which plows through the waters leaving behind a luminous and undulating wake. The dynamic movement of the vessel contrasts with the tranquility of the sunset sky, giving the impression that time is suspended in a moment of profound beauty. The seagulls, faithful companions of the fishermen, accompany the return of the boat, hovering in the air with a sense of freedom and harmony.
Chromatic contrast and lights:
One of the most evocative elements of the work is the use of color, which creates a fascinating visual contrast. The warmth of orange and yellow dominates the horizon, enveloping the sea and clouds in a golden glow that seems to almost set the sky on fire. This play of lights clashes with the dark tones of the evening, which progressively advance in the sky and deep waters, accentuating the sense of passage between day and night. The sun, still present but now low, diffuses rays filtered by soft clouds, which seem ignited by the reflections of the sunset. The reflection on the water translates into luminous and vibrant brushstrokes, which give the entire scene a sense of movement and realism.
Meaning and interpretation:
The painting evokes a sense of serenity and fulfillment, representing the return home after a day of work at sea. The sunset is not just a natural phenomenon, but a moment of reflection and transition, where light and darkness meet in a perfect balance. The sea, an omnipresent and majestic element, becomes the silent protagonist of this scene, with its vastness that welcomes and accompanies man’s journey.
Conclusion:
“Adriatic Sea Sunset” is a work that manages to merge dynamism and contemplation, conveying the poetry of a daily moment that becomes eternal thanks to the artist’s mastery. The combination of the expressive force of color and the delicacy of the subject makes this painting a celebration of the beauty of the sea and the life that surrounds it.