Pacific (1967) by Alex Colville

Pacific - Alex Colville - 1967

Artwork Information

TitlePacific
ArtistAlex Colville
Date1967
Art MovementMagic Realism

About Pacific

“Pacific,” created by Alex Colville in 1967, is an exemplar of Magic Realism within the genre of genre painting. The artwork presents a meticulously detailed scene that holds an air of uncanny realism.

In the artwork, a shirtless figure is depicted standing at an open doorway, looking out at the tranquil ocean waves gently crashing against the shore. The figure holds onto the doorframe with one hand while facing away, thereby adding a sense of mystery and contemplation. The scene is framed by the simplicity of interior elements – a wooden table in the foreground, possessing a distinctive measuring rule along its edge, and an ominous gun placed atop it. The meticulous attention to detail in the textures and lighting enhances the realism, while the juxtaposition of the serene seascape and the threatening presence of the firearm invites a deeper reflection on the underlying tension. Alex Colville’s “Pacific” effectively captures a moment suspended in time, prompting contemplation on the balance between tranquility and latent danger.

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