Breaking Wave at Sunset
Painting on paper, likely a spiral-bound sketchbook page • Signed 'Storto-25'; likely a contemporary student, amateur, or emerging hobbyist artist
Style & Movement
Contemporary Amateur Realism / Naive Art with Impressionistic elements
Medium & Technique
Acrylic or gouache on paper; employs dry-brushing for wave texture and splattering/stippling for sea foam and spray effects
Creation Period
Modern, specifically dated 2025 based on the signature
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 9x12 inches or A4 size; vertical portrait orientation
Subject Description
A vertical composition showing a large cresting blue wave crashing onto a dark sandy or rocky shore, with a small orange sun setting on a distant horizon line
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing typical characteristics of a sketchbook work including perforated top edge and slight paper warping
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $100 USD (Decorative/Personal value)
Auction Estimate
$10 - $50 USD
Provenance History
Currently in the possession of the artist or a private individual; no commercial history or exhibition labels visible
Art Historical Significance
Low art historical significance; representative of contemporary recreational art practice and social media-era landscape studies
Notable Features
Distinctive splattered paint technique to represent water droplets and a clear 'Storto-25' signature in the lower-left corner
Condition Issues
Visible perforations at the top from a spiral binding; slight curling of the paper substrate due to water-based medium application; minor paint smudging at the edges
Conservation Recommendations
Should be flattened under weight and mounted using acid-free materials behind UV-protective glass if framing is desired; keep away from direct sunlight