Ernest Lawson (1873-1939) - Beach in Miami

Oil on canvas: 42 x 33 cm.
Signed lower right E. Lawson and on the back of the canvas.
Antique 17th-century carved wooden frame.

Ernest Lawson, an American Impressionist painter, was a prominent member of the "Eight," a group of artists committed to challenging the academicism imposed by the National Academy of Design. This collective distinguished itself by its desire to promote a freer and more contemporary artistic vision. Primarily known for his landscapes, Lawson drew inspiration from Alfred Sisley, a master of Impressionism, as well as from the American John Henry Twachtman. His style is characterized by a thick, energetic brushstroke, accompanied by chalky tones that give his works a vibrant and unique texture. In the last years of his life, Lawson settled in Florida, near Miami, a place that nourished his imagination and influenced his artistic output. He painted numerous scenes of luminous beaches as well as immersive views of the mangrove, testifying to his attachment to nature and tropical landscapes.