Artwork

The Market Square in Banuyls-sur-Mere

The Market Square in Banuyls-sur-Mere, by Karl Isakson, oil, 1907
The Market Square in Banuyls-sur-Mere, by Karl Isakson, oil, 1907

The Market Square in Banuyls-sur-Mere is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Karl Isakson. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

The Market Square in Banuyls-sur-Mere is a 1907 oil painting by Karl Isakson, a Swedish artist associated with the Danish Modernist movement.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil market square scene in Banuyls-sur-Mere, featuring people and buildings. Isakson's work captures a moment of everyday life, reflecting his interest in modern social themes.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the work showcases a Post-Impressionist style characterized by visible brushstrokes and a predominantly earthy color palette, creating a textured and serene atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the Statens Museum for Kunst collection. Isakson, known for his biblical and socially conscious works, created this piece during his time in Banuyls-sur-Mere.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Karl Isakson

Artist

Karl Isakson

Karl Oscar Isakson (16 January 1878, in Stockholm – 19 February 1922) was a Swedish painter who spent much of his professional life in Denmark where he is considered to be one of the fathers of Modernism.