The Quiet Rhythm of Paternoster
Oil on Board,
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The Quiet Rhythm of Paternoster
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Details
Oil on Board
Expressive brushwork, Palette Knife
W: 300mm x H: 236mm x D: 5mm
W: 12" x H: 9" x D:
Approx. Weight: 0.5kg
This work is
unframed
Price
US$ 93
Scale
Reference
IDA-2026-15
About "The Quiet Rhythm of Paternoster"
The Quiet Rhythm of Paternoster was inspired by one of South Africa's most treasured coastal villages, where time seems to slow and life unfolds at the gentle pace of the sea. Nestled along the West Coast, Paternoster is known for its whitewashed cottages, working fishing boats and peaceful atmosphere--a place where simplicity and authenticity have remained largely unchanged for generations.
What drew Ida Lombard to this scene was not simply the beauty of the coastline, but the feeling it evokes. The lone fishing boat resting on the shoreline speaks of honest work, patience and a deep respect for nature's rhythms. There is movement all around--the tide rolling in, clouds drifting across the sky and waves breaking softly on the sand--yet the overall feeling is one of remarkable calm.
Painted with expressive brushwork and subtle layers of oil paint, the artwork captures the expansive West Coast sky, the cool tones of the Atlantic Ocean and the quiet character that makes Paternoster so memorable. Rather than documenting a specific moment, the painting preserves the emotion of being present in a place where everyday distractions fade away and peace naturally takes their place.
For Ida, The Quiet Rhythm of Paternoster is a reminder that true luxury is often found in life's simplest moments. Watching fishermen prepare their boats, listening to the waves and breathing the fresh ocean air becomes an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of an unhurried life. It is this quiet rhythm that gives the painting its heart and enduring appeal.
Whether displayed in a contemporary home, beach house, office or hospitality space, The Quiet Rhythm of Paternoster brings a sense of tranquillity, openness and timeless coastal elegance to its surroundings. It is a celebration of one of South Africa's most beloved seaside destinations and an invitation to experience its peaceful spirit every day.
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About Ida
Ida Lombard is a South African contemporary artist whose work explores light, nature, movement and the emotions hidden within a moment. Her distinctive Abstract Realism combines expressive oil painting, acrylics and mixed media to move beyond literal representation and reveal the atmosphere and feeling within her subjects.
Her connection with art began in childhood, influenced by time spent exploring the natural world and early exposure to the discipline of painting. After formal art studies and more than four decades of continued independent practice, Ida has developed a highly expressive visual language characterised by textured surfaces, energetic brushwork, palette-knife marks, expressive drips and layered colour.
Wildlife, landscapes, seascapes, botanical subjects and portraits recur throughout her work, with themes of light, stillness, vulnerability, endurance, hope and transformation. Rather than simply reproducing what she sees, Ida seeks to capture the spirit of a subject--the quiet tension beneath stillness, the movement within a landscape, or the emotional presence of an animal.
Today, Ida works full-time from her Johannesburg studio, creating original paintings for private collectors in South Africa and internationally. Her work is influenced by the expressive energy of artists such as Vincent van Gogh and Vladimir Volegov, as well as the storytelling power found in South African wildlife art.
Each painting is created as an original work, with professional artist-quality materials and a Certificate of Authenticity.
Price Range
US$ 93-1,546
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Exhibitions
Art Festival - 1980
Art in the Park - 2000
Education
Art as a subject with distinction in matric - 1980
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