A magnificent forest scene by Stanley Cosgrove (1911–2002), one of modern Quebec's most unique painters. The vibrant turquoise, applied with the artist's characteristic alla prima mastery, gives this work a luminous and immediate presence. Its beautiful format and careful framing make it a piece ready to elegantly adorn any interior.
About the artist
Stanley Morel Cosgrove (Montreal, 1911-2002) was a Quebec painter, draftsman, and muralist trained at the École des beaux-arts de Montréal. He refined his practice in Mexico with muralist José Clemente Orozco, and then in France. His work, which includes landscapes, forests, female figures, and still lifes, is distinguished by a soft palette and rare poetic sensibility. A member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts, his works are featured in the collections of several major Canadian museums.
Artwork Details
- Technique: Oil on canvas, alla prima
- Artwork dimensions: 14 × 18 inches
- Estimated period: c. 1950-1970