Painted circa 1907, this luminous coastal landscape offers a serene glimpse of Kerhostin beach in Morbihan, Brittany. In the foreground, a few small boats rest on sunlit sand near shallow, shimmering water. The gently rolling shoreline and distant horizon suggest quiet movement and expansive calm. Maufra’s delicate palette - muted ochres, soft blues, and warm neutrals, imbues the scene with gorgeous light fleeting across the golden sands. Executed with lively yet controlled brushwork, the painting reflects Impressionist spontaneity fused with Pont‑Aven clarity - flattened forms highlighted by vibrant outlines and light-infused colour. Maufra subtly balances realism with poetic interpretation, inviting viewers into a contemplative coastal moment. This work, painted plein-air, captures the atmospheric nuances of light and coastal air. Kerhostin in Morbihan held deep personal resonance for Maufra. He rented a small farmhouse there from 1903 and purchased it in 1910, spending summers there and even trying to establish an artists' colony. His paintings of the area celebrate its natural beauty with heartfelt intimacy. Maufra’s landscapes continue to enchant collectors and institutions for their luminous simplicity and emotional clarity. La Plage de Kerhostin stands as a compelling example of his mature vision - capturing place, light, and personal connection in elegant harmony.
A Certificate of authencity acompanies the work.
Please note that this work is included in the online catalogue raisonné of Maxime Maufra, under no.885.
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Painted circa 1907, this luminous coastal landscape offers a serene glimpse of Kerhostin beach in Morbihan, Brittany. In the foreground, a few small boats rest on sunlit sand near shallow, shimmering water. The gently rolling shoreline and distant horizon suggest quiet movement and expansive calm. Maufra’s delicate palette - muted ochres, soft blues, and warm neutrals, imbues the scene with gorgeous light fleeting across the golden sands. Executed with lively yet controlled brushwork, the painting reflects Impressionist spontaneity fused with Pont‑Aven clarity - flattened forms highlighted by vibrant outlines and light-infused colour. Maufra subtly balances realism with poetic interpretation, inviting viewers into a contemplative coastal moment. This work, painted plein-air, captures the atmospheric nuances of light and coastal air. Kerhostin in Morbihan held deep personal resonance for Maufra. He rented a small farmhouse there from 1903 and purchased it in 1910, spending summers there and even trying to establish an artists' colony. His paintings of the area celebrate its natural beauty with heartfelt intimacy. Maufra’s landscapes continue to enchant collectors and institutions for their luminous simplicity and emotional clarity. La Plage de Kerhostin stands as a compelling example of his mature vision - capturing place, light, and personal connection in elegant harmony.
A Certificate of authencity acompanies the work.
Please note that this work is included in the online catalogue raisonné of Maxime Maufra, under no.885.
