Posillipo, Naples 1926

Konstantin Gorbatov made this painting of Posillipo in Naples with oil paint, and it’s all about capturing a feeling. The way the paint's dabbed on, especially in the water and sky, gives you this sense of shimmering light. It's like he’s not just painting what he sees, but how it feels to be there. Up close, you can see how physical the paint is. Thick strokes build up the buildings, while thinner washes give depth to the sea. Look at that little splash of emerald green right where the boats meet the water – it’s such a small detail, but it makes the whole scene vibrate with life. You can almost feel the warmth of the sun on your skin, smell the sea. The painting reminds me of early Impressionists, like Monet, but with a touch more structure, more grounded. It’s that conversation across time, artists responding to each other, each finding their own way to capture the fleeting beauty of the world. Ultimately, it’s up to us to decide how we view the piece.