Serra: landscape of the Pontic marshland

(1859 Barcelona - 1918 Rome) Landscape of the Pontine Marshes at Sunset
Serra became known primarily for his symbolically characteristic landscapes of the Pontine Marshes. He studied at the art school in Barcelona and continued his artistic education at the Chigi Academy in Rome. Even after completing his studies, he remained in Rome. In 1888, Serra received a gold medal at the World Exhibition in Barcelona. In 1895, Serra went to Paris, where he continued his successful career, while also continuing to work in Rome. Oil on canvas; signed and dated 1896 with the location indicated as Rome. 42 cm x 100 cm. In a frame. A comparable landscape, "Pontine Lagoon" from 1896 (inv. no. P006667), is in the Prado Museum in Madrid. Provenance: Dobiaschofsky Auction, Bern, 23.05.2008, lot 388.