Description
Colors of tropical waters create a light and breezy mood in this figurative landscape watercolor by David Stephens (American, 20th century). Signed lower left, "D. Stephens." Presented in a rustic white-washed wood frame. Image, 21"H x 29"W.
In 1989, David Stephens left a corporate career to make his living as an artist. In the years that followed, a growing circle of galleries and collectors were drawn to David's work. Subject matter ranged from landscapes to cityscapes, florals and figurative images. David often painted plein air.
In the spring of 1996, David and his wife Sylvia opened a gallery in Carmel, California - named for Sylvia Savage, the gallery director, Savage Contemporary Fine Art. Now closed, the gallery's original vision and values were: To show and sell unique contemporary paintings and sculptures that blend the abstract and the figurative to express archetypal themes.
Describing himself, David said: "First and foremost, I am a colorist. I am naturally inclined towards an exploratory, emotional approach because, for me, color connotes a sense of spiritual energy and centeredness. Additionally, many of my images contain spatial elements and movement which lends a sense of expansion. Line, form, and texture also help shape my interpretive, light-filled paintings."
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Art, excellent. Rustic white-washed wood frame.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Watercolor
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Seascape
Frame Type: Framed
In 1989, David Stephens left a corporate career to make his living as an artist. In the years that followed, a growing circle of galleries and collectors were drawn to David's work. Subject matter ranged from landscapes to cityscapes, florals and figurative images. David often painted plein air.
In the spring of 1996, David and his wife Sylvia opened a gallery in Carmel, California - named for Sylvia Savage, the gallery director, Savage Contemporary Fine Art. Now closed, the gallery's original vision and values were: To show and sell unique contemporary paintings and sculptures that blend the abstract and the figurative to express archetypal themes.
Describing himself, David said: "First and foremost, I am a colorist. I am naturally inclined towards an exploratory, emotional approach because, for me, color connotes a sense of spiritual energy and centeredness. Additionally, many of my images contain spatial elements and movement which lends a sense of expansion. Line, form, and texture also help shape my interpretive, light-filled paintings."
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Art, excellent. Rustic white-washed wood frame.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Watercolor
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Seascape
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Art, excellent. Rustic white-washed wood frame.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
29.5 x 37.5 x 0.88 in
House at the Beach, Baja California Figurative Landscape by David Stephens
Estimate $750-$1,350
Starting Bid
$360
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October Contemporary Art Collection
Oct 7, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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