SOUTHERN SHORE Size: 25.8 x 25.8 inches (including frame) Oil on board A very atmospheric and expressive abstract landscape painting, executed in oil onto board by contemporary British artist Ian Mood. It captures the emotional essence of a coastal environment rather than a literal depiction, using abstract forms and a painterly style to evoke the energy, complexity, and richness of the scene. Earthy tones of red, brown, black, and orange dominate the central form, possibly alluding to rock formations, cliffs, or human structures. The bottom area is awash with cool greys, off-whites, and hints of gold, possibly representing a beach or tidal flat. The atmosphere is introspective yet vigorous, echoing nature’s forces—wind, water, erosion—while remaining grounded in abstract expressionism. The style is gestural and semi-abstract, reminiscent of mid-20th-century European modernism, where landscape becomes a conduit for emotional expression. This oil on board is housed in a complementary white frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent condition.