Gallery, 2017 – Archive of Oil Paintings
Browse oil paintings listed in the main catalogue filtered by 2017 year.
Located at the Wayfair Gallery
Edge of the Tide — Family Contemplating the Sea, Realistic Painting in details
"Edge of the Tide" offers a quiet portrait of a family facing the restless sea, captured in a moment of thoughtful stillness. A man stands with his bicycle, his hair tousled by the wind, while a woman, back turned and cloaked in a dark coat, holds her hands behind her. Between them, a baby rests in a stroller, partly hidden. Together, they watch the crashing waves that roll onto a pebbled shore.
The muted palette of grays, blues, and purples sets a somber mood, while visible brushstrokes convey the coarse texture of the rocks and the restless movement of the water. The artist balances realism with an impressionistic touch, focusing more on atmosphere and emotion than fine detail.
The scene feels reflective and meditative, evoking themes of life’s unpredictability and the passage of time. The sea’s power contrasts with the family’s quiet presence, symbolizing resilience and the deep human ties that help weather life’s challenges. The bicycle subtly suggests journeys yet to come, adding to the painting’s introspective tone.
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