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The Hidden Villa – Expressionist Garden Landscape, Early 20th Century
Circa 1940

Name: The Hidden Villa – Expressionist Garden Landscape, Early 20th Century
Brand: Unknown
Rating: 5 (21 reviews)

$2,170.94

£1,590.94

€1,820

CA$2,988.67

A$3,040.10

CHF 1,735.94

MX$36,771.74

NOK 20,242.01

SEK 20,552.16

DKK 13,877.95

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The Hidden Villa – Expressionist Garden Landscape, Early 20th Century - Unsigned. Initials “F.B.” and indistinct inscription on the reverse. European School, circa 1920–1940. Dimensions: 61 x 51 cm (24 x 20.1 in.) Gray wooden frame dimension with frame : 75.5 x 65 x 4 cm This striking oil on canvas, measuring 61 x 51 cm (24 x 20.1 in.), depicts an elegant classical villa or pavilion almost enveloped by luxuriant vegetation. A monumental staircase rises through the composition toward the architecture on the right, while dense trees, shrubs and exotic-looking foliage fill the surrounding garden. Rather than describing the landscape with precise naturalistic detail, the artist constructs the scene through vigorous, heavily textured brushwork and an exceptionally rich palette of deep greens, turquoise blues, ochres, yellows and touches of vivid red. The pronounced impasto is one of the painting's most distinctive qualities. Layers of paint create an almost sculptural surface, particularly throughout the vegetation, giving the landscape a remarkable sense of movement and vitality. Against this exuberant natural setting, the pale architectural structure and dark staircase provide a strong geometric counterpoint. The composition has an intriguing, almost dreamlike atmosphere: the architecture appears partly hidden within an abundant garden, suggesting a secluded Mediterranean or European estate. Stylistically, the work combines the broken color and interest in landscape associated with Post-Impressionism with the freer brushwork and heightened chromatic expression of early 20th-century Expressionism. The reverse bears the initials “F.B.” and a further indistinct inscription; however, no secure attribution to a particular artist has been established. A highly decorative and visually powerful early 20th-century painting, particularly appealing for its rich surface, expressive handling of paint and mysterious garden setting. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. Initials “F.B.” and indistinct inscription on the reverse. European School, circa 1920–1940. Dimensions: 61 x 51 cm (24 x 20.1 in.).

Creation Year:
Circa 1940
Dimensions:
Height: 24.02 in (61 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
Medium:
Oil,Canvas
Movement & Style:
Post-Impressionist
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Condition:
Original frame.
Gallery Location:
Genève, CH
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2018213476002

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