Skies Upon the Water, Mid-20th Century
Skies Upon the Water, Mid-20th Century
Erich Paulsen
oil on canvas
19.75 x 23.75 inches
Framed 27.75 x 32 inches
Signed lower right
#006669
A masterful oil painting depicting a European harbor scene with sailboats on the clear water by European artist Erich Paulsen. This particular scene is a lush depiction of boats docked on the calm blue water with clouds in the distance with much depth and detail. Paulsen was known for his pastoral landscapes depicting scenes from daily life; notably provincial European towns. He also created numerous views of city life during his stay in Paris. This piece is an excellent example of the works produced during the 1950s with the use of a rich color pallet, pallet knife, and layers of paint giving this work such a stunning representation of countryside life. The way he uses flecks of light dashed onto the canvas creates a joy for the viewer to experience. This painting is signed by the artist lower right and it comes housed in a beautiful gold tone frame with linen liner and hanging wire on verso ready to be displayed.
