This dynamic 1965 multimedia painting captures a harbor scene with striking style and atmosphere. A fleet of gondolas floats in the foreground, their silhouettes sharply contrasted against a warm, moody sky. The architectural backdrop, including classical colonnades, red columns, and the iconic domes of the city, evokes both historic grandeur and dreamlike romanticism. Executed with a mix of techniques and layered textures, the work uses both paint and possibly ink or mixed media to emphasize architectural lines, reflections, and depth. The painter's expressive brushstrokes and contrasting color palette, featuring golds, burnt reds, slate greys, and black, bring energy and movement to a still scene. Seagulls soar above, further enhancing the sense of life and motion. The piece is signed near the top left corner by the French artist, Régis Bouvier de Cachard, and framed in a rectangular gold frame that complements the painting's glowing tones.

Dimensions: 29" x 24"


Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition, see photographs

Dimensions:
Height: 24 in.
Width: 29 in.
Depth: 1.5 in.

Category: Paintings
Origin: France
Materials: Paint, Wood

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Unknown; Some Imperfections; Good condition, see photographs