Leo Gestel, Two nude figures and a horse by the sea, 1930 by Atelier Liesjes

About "Leo Gestel, Two nude figures and a horse by the sea, 1930"

by Atelier Liesjes

About the artwork

Leo Gestel's 1930 artwork "Two naked figures and a horse by the sea" is a fascinating composition in watercolour in which he uses his signature style of expressive lines and colours to create a serene yet dynamic scene.

In this work, we see two nude figures, a man and a woman, standing at the edge of the sea. The figures are elegantly and stylistically rendered, with flowing lines suggesting their movement and interaction. The horse, standing next to them, adds an element of grace and strength to the composition.

The background shows the sea with waves gently crashing against the shore. The sky above the sea is painted in soft shades of blue and pink, creating a calm and dreamy atmosphere. Gestel's use of colour and light is masterful; the figures and the horse are subtly modelled by shadows and light accents, giving depth and dimension to the scene.

"Two naked figures and a horse by the sea" is a superb example of Gestel's ability to bring together human and animal forms in a harmonious and expressive way in a natural setting. The work exudes a sense of tranquillity and connection with nature, while at the same time demonstrating the artist's artistic vision.

Leendert Gestel (Woerden, the Netherlands 22 November 1881 - Hilversum, 26 November 1941) was a Dutch painter and bookplate designer. Leo Gestel developed a luminist style. He later worked in cubism and expressionism.