By the Beautiful Sea. . . .

The very first treasure from our trove is this stunning seascape of rolling translucent waves scintillating under a sunset sky.  

This exceptionally large and lovely painting is by Alexander Dzigurski (1911-1995), a well-known California artist whose background was, at times, as tempestuous as the sea he loved to paint. He was born in what would later become Serbia, the son of a farmer.  His innate artist talent was encouraged when he traveled to Belgrade to attend art school, later continuing his studies at Munich's Academy of Art. Dizgurski married and following the birth of his daughter in 1933 opened his first studio. However, WWII came and 1941 saw Dzigurski fighting as part of the Yugoslav army. His unit was captured by the Germans and although he was able to escape, he was forced to flee the German invasion of his homeland, taking refuge in the United States.  Dzigurski first supported himself and his family by painting sacred art and icons for Serbian Orthodox churches, but in 1952 they settled in California.  Inspired by the northern California coast, he began to paint his brilliantly lit and realistically rendered roiling seascapes, as well as landscapes inspired by his travels around the United States.  His paintings can be found in museums, institutions, and private collections throughout this country.

Come view this important and inspiring work of art at Next-to-New.  And unlike a museum, at Next-to-New you can buy this magnificent painting and take it home to add to your own private gallery!