Florida Keys Coastal Landscape at Noon
Painting on linen support • Kathy Corey (American, Key West)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Impressionism / Plein Air
Medium & Technique
Oil on linen; executed with loose, plein air brushwork including wet-on-wet blending (alla prima) and impasto on the clouds and foliage.
Creation Period
Modern / Contemporary (approx. late 20th to early 21st century)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A tranquil coastal scene typical of the Florida Keys featuring a mangrove-lined shoreline reflected in calm, turquoise waters under a dramatic cumulus cloudscape.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the paint film appears stable with vibrant pigment retention and no visible signs of degradation.
Estimated Market Value
$800 - $1,500 USD
Auction Estimate
$400 - $700 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or through a local Florida gallery representing Key West regional artists.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of Florida regionalism and the 'Key West School' of contemporary painters, focused on capturing the unique light and atmospheric conditions of the American subtropics.
Notable Features
Heavy textural application in the white clouds provides depth; the artist demonstrates strong command of atmospheric perspective through the softening of the horizon line.
Condition Issues
None visible; no evidence of craquelure, yellowing, or canvas sagging in provided view.
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight; frame behind UV-protective glazing if displayed near windows; light dust with a soft brush only.
Collector Notes
Key West Artist Kathy Corey, oil on linen