Tom Roberts Canadian, 1909-1998
Winter Fun, c 1960
oil on masonite
12 x 16 in
signed bottom right
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'Winter Fun' by Tom Roberts is a vivid representation of a winter scene, capturing the essence of a chilly day filled with excitement and playfulness. The painting is dominated...
"Winter Fun" by Tom Roberts is a vivid representation of a winter scene, capturing the essence of a chilly day filled with excitement and playfulness.
The painting is dominated by stark contrasts, with the fresh white snow set against the deep tones of the surrounding structures and trees. Roberts employs a thick impasto technique, which gives the artwork a tactile quality, making the snow seem palpable and the brushstrokes evident, adding to its vibrancy.
The houses, painted in vibrant shades of red, green, and white, are nestled comfortably between bare trees whose dark, sinewy branches crisscross the sky, creating a sense of shelter and warmth amidst the cold environment.
The painting is dominated by stark contrasts, with the fresh white snow set against the deep tones of the surrounding structures and trees. Roberts employs a thick impasto technique, which gives the artwork a tactile quality, making the snow seem palpable and the brushstrokes evident, adding to its vibrancy.
The houses, painted in vibrant shades of red, green, and white, are nestled comfortably between bare trees whose dark, sinewy branches crisscross the sky, creating a sense of shelter and warmth amidst the cold environment.