Artwork
Silence
Silence is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Eliseo Meifrén y Roig. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
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Overview
Eliseo Meifrèn i Roig, a Barcelona‑born painter associated with Spanish Impressionism, completed the oil work titled Silence in 1900. The canvas presents a tranquil landscape where water mirrors a muted sky, distant structures, and a few small vessels. The composition is anchored by two birds in flight, emphasizing stillness within a modest, natural setting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a calm waterfront scene, with the reflective surface of the water serving as a visual bridge between sky and land. The sparse presence of boats and the silent glide of birds suggest a moment of contemplation, inviting viewers to consider the quietude of everyday environments beyond human activity.
Technique & Style
Meifrèn employs oil pigments to achieve a layered surface, allowing subtle variations of brown and green to emerge. Visible brushstrokes convey texture and a sense of movement despite the overall stillness. The palette’s subdued tones and loose handling align with post‑impressionist tendencies, while the handling of light recalls the luminous qualities of his broader oeuvre.
History & Provenance
Since its creation, Silence has been part of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires. The museum acquired the work as part of its early 20th‑century European collection, preserving the piece within a broader context of Spanish modernism and offering public access to Meifrèn’s contribution to post‑impressionist painting.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Eliseo Meifrèn i Roig (24 December 1857/59, Barcelona – 5 February 1940, Barcelona) was a Spanish Impressionist painter.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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