Arches of Porto Venere
Physical Details
- Medium: Watercolor on Paper
- Dimensions: 15.0 × 21.0 cm
- Weight: 0.0 kg
- Date: 2024
- Location: France
- Certificate of Authenticity: N°20241205-0299
- Catalogue Number: AQC0802
- Collection: Mediterranean Echoes
- Availability: Sold
Provenance
- Origin: Arnaud Quercy, Paris, France, 2024
- Acquired: 2025-05-18 — Private collection — Saint-Michel-le-Cloucq, France during Permanent Collection 2025 – Resonance in Form
Description
'Arches of Porto Venere' captures the timeless elegance and architectural beauty of the Ligurian coast. This abstract watercolor evokes the charm of Porto Venere, where ancient arches frame breathtaking seascapes, blending history with nature’s fluidity.
The interplay of earthy greens, azure blues, and soft grays mirrors the weathered stone structures meeting the vibrant Mediterranean waters. Bold lines and intersecting shapes suggest fragments of arches, windows, and pathways shaped by centuries of wind and waves, inviting the viewer to imagine wandering through these historic corridors.
Arnaud Quercy’s layered brushstrokes and transparent washes create a sense of depth and motion, as if light and shadow dance across the surfaces of ancient walls.
The painting’s structured forms hint at permanence, while soft gradients evoke the ever-changing play of light reflected from the sea.
Part of Quercy’s 2024 collection, this piece reflects the artist’s exploration of time, memory, and architectural harmony. It is designed for collectors who appreciate abstract works that resonate with cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity (N° 20241205-0299), this original artwork ensures authenticity and value. Signed by the artist, it is perfect for contemporary spaces or those seeking art inspired by Mediterranean elegance.
Where this work lives
- Series: Italian Stones
- Collection: Mediterranean Echoes
- Technique: Watercolor
Exhibitions
- Rencontres au Marché de la Création (2024-04-23 → 2024-12-31, Marché de la Création – Paris Montparnasse, Paris)
- Salon d'art contemporain – Metamorphose, Paris (2024-12-26 → 2025-01-05, Halle des Blancs Manteaux, Paris)
- Permanent Collection 2025 – Resonance in Form (2025-01-01 → 2025-12-31, arnaudquercy.art, Paris)
- Paris Studio Visit (2025-02-18 → 2025-02-18, Artist's Studio, Paris)
- Marché d'Art Contemporain – Seine Port (2025-05-17 → 2025-05-17, MAC Seine-Port, Seine-Port)
Other works in this series
Documented at
- Gallery — Arches of Porto Venere
- Nanopublication — Arches of Porto Venere — Digital Image Documentation - aqc0802_img_full_2359x3539_webp
- Nanopublication — Arches of Porto Venere — Physical Specifications
- Nanopublication — Arches of Porto Venere — Computational Image Analysis - AQC0802
Thematic Elements
Technical Notes
- Format: Small
- Type: Painting
- Image resolution: 2359x3539 px
Page Information
- Last updated : 2026-06-11
- Language: EN | Version française
