“Sailboats at Regatta – Original Oil by Fermín Vilanova (1960)”

A striking original oil painting by Spanish artist Fermín Vilanova, Sailboats at Regatta (1960) bursts with energy, color, and movement. With expressive brushwork and a celebratory nautical theme, the composition depicts a lively fleet of sailboats, fluttering flags, and a bustling coastal town. Ideal for collectors and interior designers seeking impactful European modernist works with a maritime spirit.

Subject:

Regatta, Sailboats, Harbor Scene, Nautical, Mediterranean, Coastal Life

Movement (Associated):

Spanish Post-War Modernism, Expressionism

Artist Influence:

Vilanova’s style reflects influences from Fauvism, Spanish Expressionism, and artists like Raoul Dufy, José Guinovart, and the Trama Group, blending vibrant color with gestural dynamism.

Artist:

Fermín Vilanova (b. 1937)

Medium:

Oil on board

Frame Condition:

Presented in a vintage gilt wood frame with some minor wear consistent with age; structurally sound and visually appropriate for display.

Artist Details:

Born in 1937, Fermín Vilanova is a Spanish painter known for expressive, color-rich compositions capturing Mediterranean life. His work is often aligned with the post-war modernist and expressionist movements, particularly the Spanish "pintura-pintura" ethos that emphasized pure painting. Vilanova’s vibrant scenes of regattas, urban landscapes, and daily life reflect both technical confidence and emotional resonance.