Marc Aurèle Fortin Canadian, 1888-1970
House in Saint Rose, c 1935
oil on panel
7 x 11 in
signed bottom left
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'House in Saint-Rose' by Marc-Aurele Fortin is a portrayal that captures a sense of nostalgia, with its detailed depiction of a traditional house set amidst a rustic backdrop. The...
"House in Saint-Rose" by Marc-Aurele Fortin is a portrayal that captures a sense of nostalgia, with its detailed depiction of a traditional house set amidst a rustic backdrop.
The artwork is dominated by earthy tones, with the white of the house contrasting beautifully with the dark browns and muted greens of the surrounding environment. The textured strokes provide depth, emphasizing the roughness and age of the wooden structures and the rugged terrain.
Fortin uses the technique of layering paint to convey the texture and intricate details of the scene, from the grainy surface of the house's wooden walls to the uneven ground it stands on. The gold-brown leaves scattered on the dark brown ground create a rich tapestry that adds to the ambiance of a crisp, autumn day.
The artwork is dominated by earthy tones, with the white of the house contrasting beautifully with the dark browns and muted greens of the surrounding environment. The textured strokes provide depth, emphasizing the roughness and age of the wooden structures and the rugged terrain.
Fortin uses the technique of layering paint to convey the texture and intricate details of the scene, from the grainy surface of the house's wooden walls to the uneven ground it stands on. The gold-brown leaves scattered on the dark brown ground create a rich tapestry that adds to the ambiance of a crisp, autumn day.
Provenance
- catalogue raisonné # H-0726
- Cowley Abbott, Toronto
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