John Kasyn Polish/Canadian, 1926-2008
Lane Off McCaul St., c 1980
watercolour on paper
protected by museum glass
protected by museum glass
5.5 x 8.5 in
signed bottom right
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The winter season has often been a muse for countless artists, but few capture its stark beauty and quietude as vividly as John Kasyn in Lane off McCaul St. Through...
The winter season has often been a muse for countless artists, but few capture its stark beauty and quietude as vividly as John Kasyn in Lane off McCaul St. Through his masterful use of watercolors, Kasyn paints not just a scene, but a memory, a moment frozen in time.
The muted palette of grays, soft blues, and warm browns creates a symphony of contrasts. The snow-covered landscape, with its tranquil blanket, contrasts beautifully with the brick houses, which seem to emanate warmth and shelter from the cold. The footprints in the snow and the slightly askew trash can hint at life and activity, a testament to the silent stories the lane could tell.
The muted palette of grays, soft blues, and warm browns creates a symphony of contrasts. The snow-covered landscape, with its tranquil blanket, contrasts beautifully with the brick houses, which seem to emanate warmth and shelter from the cold. The footprints in the snow and the slightly askew trash can hint at life and activity, a testament to the silent stories the lane could tell.
Provenance
- Artist label with original price of $800 and Inventory #933415
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