Acrylic painting Sunset waves crashing on the...

Updated September 22, 2026

Lot number	125
Estimate	945.00 - 1,350.00 USD
Category	Fine Art & Prints
Auction	Evening and Night Landscapes
Date	October 12, 2026 at 5:23 PM EDT
Auction house	NoFrame Gallery
Location	London

rocks Mykhailo Patskan. ?AAA4871 The acrylic painting on cardboard titled "Sunset Waves Crashing on the Rocks" is a vivid and emotionally charged seascape that captures the power and beauty of nature in motion. The artist uses dynamic brushstrokes, a rich and bold palette, and expressive textures to convey the moment when the ocean meets the rocky shoreline under the radiant colors of a setting sun. This is not just a landscape—it is a scene alive with energy, contrast, and poetry. At the center of the composition, a towering wave rises and crashes against dark, jagged rocks, sending white foam and spray into the air. The wave, painted with swirling strokes of turquoise, sea green, and aquamarine, is brought to life with hints of pink and lavender that reflect the brilliant sky above. The light catches the crest of the wave, where thick white paint emphasizes its explosive motion. The impact is powerful and dramatic, conveying the relentless force of the sea. The rocks, dark and solid in contrast to the movement of the water, anchor the composition and emphasize the conflict between fluid and stone. Painted in deep blacks and earthy browns, the rocks provide a stark counterpoint to the luminous sea, creating a sense of both danger and permanence. They rise out of the foreground with textured confidence, partially submerged by the swirling tide that churns at their base. The sky is a masterpiece of color and atmosphere. The setting sun, rendered in a glowing circle of warm white and surrounded by halos of orange, gold, and blush pink, dominates the upper portion of the canvas. Its light stretches across the sky and spills into the water below, infusing the waves with a kaleidoscope of sunset colors. The upper edges of the painting dissolve into soft purples and lavender tones, suggesting the arrival of twilight and the gradual cooling of the day. One of the most striking features of the painting is the reflection of the sky in the sea. The surface of the water becomes a mirror, absorbing the colors of the heavens and blending them with its natural hues. Yellow, pink, and purple mingle with blue and green on the water’s surface, suggesting a magical harmony between sky and ocean. This effect heightens the romantic and dreamy atmosphere of the scene while also adding complexity and depth to the composition. *** ABOUT THIS PAINTING *** * TITLE: "Sunset waves crashing on the rocks" * ARTISTS: Mykhailo Patskan * SIZE: 20x30 cm/'7.87x11.81 inches' * MEDIUM: acrylic, cardboard * HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection * CONDITION: Photos provide accurate information about the product. About the artists: Mykhailo Stepanovych Patskan Born on January 18, 1961 in the city of Khust. Graduated from the M. B. Grekov State Art College in 1983. Worked in an art factory, participated in plein airs both in Ukraine and abroad, also had personal exhibitions in the city of Khust, Member of the People's Creative Association "Artist of Verkhovyna". Regul

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