Animated Marine Scene - Jean Mazzella (19th Century)
Superb oil on canvas depicting a scene of fishermen landing on a rough coast, work signed lower right by Jean Mazzella, a painter active in the 19th century, specializing in seascapes and scenes of coastal life.
The composition is particularly dynamic.The composition is particularly dynamic: in the foreground, sailors struggle against the waves to pull their boat onto the shore, accompanied by their equipment and barrels. The background opens onto a choppy sea where other boats move under a heavy sky, treated with a fine mastery of light and contrasts.
The overall effect is one of awe.
The whole gives off a lively, realistic atmosphere, characteristic of 19th-century maritime genre scenes, with remarkable work on water movement and lighting effects.
Features:
- Artist : Jean Mazzella
- Epoque : XIXth century
- Technique : Oil on canvas
- Signature : Signed lower right
- Subject : Lively marine scene, fishermen landing
- Frame : Beautiful antique wood and gilded stucco frame (probably original)
Dimensions:
with frame : 117x83 cm
canvas : 92x60 cm
Good general condition,
- Canvas showing some old traces on the reverse (see photos)
- slight missing frame at lower left corner
- Stable and decorative set, ready for display,
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Oil painting
Width: 117
Height: 83
Reference (ID): 1738094
Availability: In stock





































