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Original artwork description:

This painting captures the charm of a classic Citroën 2CV, rendered in vibrant impressionistic strokes that highlight both the car’s character and its picturesque surroundings. The bright red body of the 2CV, with its soft curves and distinct vintage silhouette, dominates the foreground, drawing the viewer’s eye immediately. Its glossy paint reflects hints of the greenery around it, while the dark roof and windows catch the subtle play of light.

Set against a backdrop of lush trees and distant blue mountains, the scene is bathed in the warm glow of sunset. The sky transitions from golden hues near the horizon to cooler tones above, infusing the landscape with a gentle serenity. The brushwork is loose and expressive, blending colors in a way that suggests movement and atmosphere rather than rigid detail.

Overall, the piece is a celebration of nostalgia and atmosphere—the timeless beauty of the Citroën 2CV perfectly framed in an impressionistic vision of evening light and natural tranquility.

Materials used:

Wooden panel, gesso, oil paints, varnish

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#citroen 2cv #mountain view #vintage car #french alps #mountain sunset 

Citroen 2CV with a view (2025) Oil painting
by Toni Swiffen

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This painting captures the charm of a classic Citroën 2CV, rendered in vibrant impressionistic strokes that highlight both the car’s character and its picturesque surroundings. The bright red body of the 2CV, with its soft curves and distinct vintage silhouette, dominates the foreground, drawing the viewer’s eye immediately. Its glossy paint reflects hints of the greenery around it, while the dark roof and windows catch the subtle play of light.

Set against a backdrop of lush trees and distant blue mountains, the scene is bathed in the warm glow of sunset. The sky transitions from golden hues near the horizon to cooler tones above, infusing the landscape with a gentle serenity. The brushwork is loose and expressive, blending colors in a way that suggests movement and atmosphere rather than rigid detail.

Overall, the piece is a celebration of nostalgia and atmosphere—the timeless beauty of the Citroën 2CV perfectly framed in an impressionistic vision of evening light and natural tranquility.

Materials used:

Wooden panel, gesso, oil paints, varnish

Tags:
#citroen 2cv #mountain view #vintage car #french alps #mountain sunset 
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Born in 1961 I have loved to draw ever since I can remember. I still believe that it is drawing that underpins other representational art. After my retirement in 2018... Read more

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