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William Cox "Arab Scene" Landscape Oil on Canvas C. 1931

$950

£725.46

€869.34

CA$1,367.89

A$1,410.27

CHF 794.41

MX$18,046.21

NOK 9,166.64

SEK 9,587.77

DKK 6,500.54

About the Item

This evocative oil on canvas, signed and dated "W. H. Cox 1931," is the work of William Cox, an American artist whose paintings capture the romanticized grandeur of architectural and cultural landscapes. This particular composition is a striking Orientalist depiction of a historic Middle Eastern or North African city, rendered with an acute sensitivity to light, atmosphere, and architectural detail. The focal point of the painting is a majestic mosque with its gleaming domes and towering minarets, its pale stonework set in stark contrast against a radiant azure sky. The architecture, adorned with finely detailed arches and brickwork, suggests a synthesis of Ottoman and Mamluk influences, reminiscent of historic sites found in Cairo, Jerusalem, or Damascus. Below, a lively street scene unfolds, populated with robed figures engaged in daily commerce and leisure. A striped canopy shades a bustling marketplace, while a stone archway leads the viewer’s eye into the depths of the composition, creating a strong sense of perspective and spatial depth. Cox’s brushwork is expressive yet controlled, capturing both the intricacies of the architecture and the movement of the figures. His use of warm earthy tones—ochres, siennas, and deep umbers—imbues the piece with an inviting glow, further enhanced by the interplay of light and shadow. The vibrancy of the domes and sky, contrasted with the subtle textures of the stone pathways and market stalls, demonstrates the artist’s keen observational skills and technical mastery. Framed in an ornate gilded frame, the work exemplifies the Western fascination with Orientalist themes in the early 20th century, when artists sought to depict the perceived mystique and splendor of the Islamic world. Measures: 15.75" w x 22" h (frame) 12" w x 18" h (canvas)

Dimensions:
Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
Style:
Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Canvas,Giltwood,Paint
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
1931
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear commensurate with age and use.
Seller Location:
Atlanta, GA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU7838244019982

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