- Without stretcher frame - Unique - Oil painting - Hand signed - Format 104 x 69 cm
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About the Artwork:
"City in the Rain" is a masterful original oil painting by Shaul Kosman that captures the poetic and rhythmic soul of a bustling European city under a gentle rainfall. As a trained architect and a musician, Kosman does not merely paint a street; he constructs a "living stage" where the architecture of the city dances with the movement of its people.
The Rhythm of Reflection:
The motivation behind this piece was to capture the visual melody of rain on cobblestones. For Kosman, a rainy day is not gloomy but a transformative moment where the grey city becomes a mirror for vibrant color. The colorful umbrellas are not just accessories; they are rhythmic "beats" in a visual jazz session, reflecting the light and life of the city back at the viewer.
The Impasto Mastery:
This original unique piece showcases Kosman’s signature impasto technique. Moving beyond traditional brushes, he famously uses spoons and other unconventional utensils to "sculpt" the oil paint onto the canvas. This creates a rich, nearly three-dimensional surface that captures the physical presence of the raindrops and the shimmering reflections on the wet pavement.
A Timeless Urban Symphony:
Dominated by warm ochres and vibrant primary accents, the artwork radiates a warm nostalgia. It serves as a window into Kosman’s world—a sanctuary of culture and light that brings the rhythmic heart of a Parisian-style promenade into any high-end interior.
