Man on Verandah (1953) by Alex Colville

Man on Verandah - Alex Colville - 1953

Artwork Information

TitleMan on Verandah
ArtistAlex Colville
Date1953
Art MovementMagic Realism

About Man on Verandah

“Man on Verandah” is an artwork created in 1953 by the distinguished artist Alex Colville. This piece is associated with the Magic Realism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.

The artwork portrays a solitary elderly man seated on a chair on a verandah. He is positioned in profile, calmly gazing out at the tranquil seascape before him. The verandah, constructed of wood, extends into the background, merging subtly with the serene and expansive blue ocean. Two solitary boats float in the water, suggesting a quiet and peaceful setting. Adjacent to the man, a small cat is perched on a table, seemingly mimicking the man’s gaze into the horizon. The meticulous attention to detail and the serene ambiance evoke both a sense of realism and an ethereal quality, characteristic of the Magic Realism movement. The composition, with its balanced and subtle tones, thoughtfully captures a moment of contemplation and stillness.

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