
The Beach and Along the Sea with Boat and People (double-sided)
1907
A vibrant double-sided watercolor by Maurice Brazil Prendergast captures the lively atmosphere of seaside leisure in 1907, with figures gathering along the shore and a boat resting near the water's edge. Prendergast's characteristic mosaic-like brushwork renders the scene in dappled, jewel-toned hues, animating the beach with a rhythmic interplay of color and movement. The pencil underdrawing subtly anchors the composition, reflecting the artist's thoughtful balance between spontaneity and structure in his beloved coastal subjects.
- Medium
- watercolor and pencil on paper, double sided
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House ยท Phillips
Notes
Execution: (i) Executed in 1907โ1910.
๐จ Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Morning Session
May 15, 2020
Estimate: $20,000 โ $30,000
Lot 108
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