Colorful Mediterranean Village Scene with Boats

Vibrant and expressive, this oil painting captures a lively Mediterranean harbor at sunset. Bold, textured brushwork and vivid colors bring the clustered village houses and moored boats to life. A beautifully composed piece evocative of Fauvist and Expressionist influences, perfect for adding warmth and energy to any interior space. Signed lower right, attributed to “Moriant” or similar. Framed and ready to hang.

Subject:
Mediterranean harbor scene, colorful village houses, fishing boats, sunset sky.

Movement:
Post-Impressionism / Expressionism (with Fauvist color influences)

Artist Influence:
Reminiscent of Maurice de Vlaminck, André Derain, and Raoul Dufy — artists known for bold color palettes and dynamic urban or coastal scenes.

Artist:
Unknown, signed “Moriant” (or possibly “Mariant” / “Mozian”). Signature not currently attributed.

Medium:
Oil on board

Frame Condition:
Included in original vintage wood frame. Good condition with light wear consistent with age.

Artist Details:
Currently unattributed. Signature indicates “Moriant” or variant. Stylistic cues point to mid-20th century European school, possibly French or Italian coastal influence.