Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 14

Janis Brekte
Old town. 1983. Watercolor, acrylic on paper, 76x56 cm

1983

About the Item

Old town 1983. Watercolor, acrylic on paper, 76x56 cm The central focus of the artwork is on an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sense of bygone eras. The combination of watercolor and acrylic on paper offers a diverse and dynamic visual experience. Watercolors can create soft and atmospheric effects, while acrylics provide vibrancy and texture, making the artwork expressive and visually engaging. Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII – 1985.27.XII) Janis Brekte his first artistic education got in drawing courses of K. Brencens (1936 – 39). He studied in Latvia Art academy (1940 – 48) and his pedagogues were L. Svemps, K. Miesnieks and N. Breikss. Artist took part in exhibitions since 1943. Most important personal exhibitions were organized in Riga (1977, 1980), Jelgava (1981). Memorial exhibitions – in Cesis (1986) and Riga (1991, 1992). J. Brekte was a member of Artists Union (since 1950). In 1981 he got a title of rich of merits employee of art in Latvia Republic of Soviet Union. Artist was one of the most popular and prolific aquarelle master of his time.
  • Creator:
    Janis Brekte (1920 - 1985, Latvian)
  • Creation Year:
    1983
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Riga, LV
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1437212797052

More From This Seller

View All
Old Town. 1965, watercolor on paper, 70 x 54 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Old Town. 1965, watercolor on paper, 70 x 54 cm Through the use of watercolors on paper, the artist has created a nostalgic and picturesque portrayal of the landscape, inviting view...
Category

1960s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Gates in the Old Town 1982, paper, watercolor, 61x28 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Gates in the Old Town 1982, paper, watercolor, 61x28 cm The watercolor technique allows for a loose and expressive style, which can effectively convey the architectural details and...
Category

1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Landscape 1965. Paper, watercolor, 38x53 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Landscape 1965. Paper, watercolor, 38x53 cm Through the use of watercolors on paper, the artist has created a picturesque and emotive portrayal of the landscape, inviting viewers t...
Category

1960s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Old town. 1978, paper, watercolor, 98x74 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Old town. 1978, paper, watercolor, 98x74 cm Artist has created a melancholic and picturesque portrayal of the dark and wintery cityscape, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the evocative ambiance of the historic setting. Given the year of creation (1978), "Old Town" offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the historic charm and atmosphere of the old town as it existed during that time. Janis Brekte...
Category

1970s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Old Town 1983, paper, watercolor, 85x60 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Old Town 1983, paper, watercolor, 85x60 cm The central focus of the painting is an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sense of bygone eras. Watercolor technique allows for the depiction of the old town's buildings, streets, and landmarks with a loose and expressive style. The fluidity of watercolors can evoke a sense of movement and spontaneity, giving the cityscape a lively and vibrant feel. Janis Brekte...
Category

1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Warehouses 1979, paper, watercolor, 99x64 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Warehouses 1979, paper, watercolor, 99x64 cm Through the use of watercolors on paper, the artist has created a nostalgic and picturesque portrayal of the landscape, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the old town's architecture and its rich history. Janis Brekte...
Category

1970s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

You May Also Like

Colorful Realistic Landscape Painting of Balloons Escaping a Shopping Center
Located in Houston, TX
Realist painting of a group of red, green, and blue balloons floating out of the open doors of a shopping center as a figure sits inside. Painting by T...
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Echoes on the Homestead, Original Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A small house stands alone on the vast Utah prairie, once home to a hardworking homesteading family. The laughter and gospel songs that once echoed inside have ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Ocean wave - Turquoise water and ocean skyline, blue seascape, waves
Located in Vienna, AT
Original seascape oil painting on a round D 80 canvas and sides 2 cm deep. In this painting, I have channeled the serenity of the sea, capturing the tranquil horizon where sky and wa...
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

The Restless Sea, Carolyn Tryer, Contemporary Seascape Painting, Realist Art
By Carolyn Tryer
Located in Deddington, GB
The Restless Sea Holds Deep Passion by Carolyn Tryer Signed by the artist Acrylic on canvas. Work size: 80 x 100 cm The mesmerising light on the gorgeous waves sparkled like diamonds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Rustic Woodland, Impressionist style art, Landscape painting, English Art
Located in Deddington, GB
Rustic Woodland by Jan Rogers [2022] A rustic through an Autumnal woodland haven. Fiery rusts, ambers, golds and oranges blaze through thehaze. Light in the distance creates depth a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Summer evening. Original painting by Spanish artist Liudmila Shabazova
Located in Zofingen, AG
Summer seascape at sunset. The bright colors of the day are replaced by gentle ones. The damp smell of the sea mixes with the smell of plants and flowers. The work is done with acrylic on paper. 11x16 inches (30x42 cm.) The product will be well-packaged and protected from moisture and damage when sent by mail. I appreciate your interest in my painting. Artist Liudmila Shabazova.
Category

2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Watercolor, Archival Paper

Recently Viewed

View All