Description
Eric Ravilious, a prominent British watercolorist and designer of the twentieth century, presents us in "Geraniums and Carnations - 1938" a work that, at first glance, immerses us in an atmosphere of serenity and contemplation. Known for his skill in capturing the essence of landscapes and everyday objects, Ravilus uses in this painting his characteristic approach to convey a feeling of peace and beauty in the ordinary.
The work shows us the interior of a greenhouse, a glass structure that filters the daylight to delight the different elements that make up the composition. The undisputed protagonists are, as their title indicates, the flowers: the geraniums and the carnations, presented in a carefully balanced disposition that exalts the harmony between nature and the constructed environment. The geraniums, with their robust green leaves and their clusters of red flowers, contrast and complement the carnations, to radiate a more dim and soft tone.
Ravilious's ability to handle watercolor is evidenced in color nuances and subtle transitions between light and shadow. They highlight the freshness and transparency of the medium, which give the scene an ethereal quality. The color palette is intentionally limited, predominantly the green of the leaves and the glass of the greenhouse, and the red and pink of the flowers. This limited chromatic spectrum enhances the sensation of cohesion and tranquility.
The treatment that the artist gives to natural light is another fundamental element in the work. Gently diffuse sunlight crosses the greenhouse crystals, generating subtle reflexes and shadows that add depth and realism to space. The choice of a greenhouse as a scenario is not accidental; It is a space of life and growth, a place where nature is protected and cultivated, a metaphor perhaps the artistic work itself.
It is important to mention that in "Geraniums and Carnations - 1938" we do not find the presence of human figures, which enhances the feeling of intimacy and contemplation of natural space. Human absence allows the viewer to focus exclusively on the beauty and simplicity of plants and their relationship with their environment.
Ravilous enrolls in an artistic tradition that values the everyday and the rural, but its mode of expression reveals a modernity that dialogues with contemporary currents to its time. In this context, his work can be compared to that of other British artists of the period, such as Edward Bawden, with whom he shared both friendship and an interest in capturing the essence of the pastoral with a personal touch.
In conclusion, "Geraniums and Carnations - 1938" by Eric Ravilious is a work that stands out for the delicate harmony between nature and architecture, enhancing the perception of tranquility and beauty in everyday life. The technical mastery of Ravilus in the management of watercolor and its sensitivity to capture light and color make this painting a representative piece of their art and an eloquent testimony of its ability to find the sublime in the simple.
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