Après-midi montante 1958

jeanmessagier

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolour bleed

watercolor

"Après-midi montante" (1958) is an abstract painting by French artist Jean Messagier (1920-1999). The work is characterized by its subtle use of color and form, with soft, swirling strokes of brown, beige, and teal, evocative of a landscape viewed from above. Messagier's work often explored the relationship between nature and abstraction, showcasing the beauty of the natural world in a minimalist and lyrical manner. This painting, with its flowing lines and muted tones, exemplifies this artistic pursuit.