Artwork
Onclet Waterwheel
Onclet Waterwheel is an oil painting by the Cubism Synthetic artist Joaquín Mir Trinxet. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
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Overview
Onclet Waterwheel is a 1922 oil painting by Joaquín Mir Trinxet, a Catalan artist associated with the modernisme movement. The work is characteristic of synthetic cubism, with its geometric forms and layered composition.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a landscape featuring a prominent waterwheel surrounded by trees and foliage, with a small building in the background. The scene is set against a blue sky with white clouds, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Mir's use of color and visible brushstrokes creates a dynamic, textured effect. The palette ranges from greens for the waterwheel and foliage to blues and whites for the sky, contributing to the painting's energy and sense of movement.
History & Provenance
Onclet Waterwheel is part of the collection at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, reflecting the artist's significance within Catalan art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Joaquin Mir Trinxet (Barcelona 6 January 1873 – 8 April 1940) was a Spanish artist known for his use of color in his paintings.
