Pierre Grisot (1911-1995) - "Jeune Danseuse"





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Pierre Grisot's oil on panel titled "Jeune Danseuse", dating circa 1950–1960, France, Post-Impressionist figurative style, 24 x 19 cm, sold with original frame, signed by hand, original edition, excellent condition.
Description from the seller
Pierre GRISOT (1911-1995) – "Young Dancer"
The Elegance of the Paris School – Circa 1950-1960
The Work: A Moment of Grace and Femininity
This oil on panel is an emblematic piece of Pierre Grisot’s maturity. A former collaborator of the Dior house, Grisot translates here the haute couture aesthetic into the world of ballet. He captures a moment of great delicacy: a young dancer kneeling, adjusting her slipper in the quiet backstage.
Post-Impressionist Figurative Style: The brushwork is lively, nervy, and resolutely modern. The artist favors the vibration of light on the pearly white tutu over meticulous detail, thus aligning with a Degas revisited through the prism of Parisian chic.
Atmosphere & Light: The contrast between the luminous subject and the misty ochre-toned background creates an intimate depth, characteristic of the ‘misty’ style that earned the artist international renown.
The Frame: A Prestige Enclosure
The work is enhanced by its original canal-frame, particularly imposing:
Quality of Execution: Gilt and patinated wood with a linen marie-louise, perfectly outlining the panel’s dimensions (24 x 19 cm) to give it a spectacular wall presence.
Condition: Excellent conservation state.
Technical Sheet
Artist: Pierre GRISOT (1911-1995).
Country: France (École de Paris).
Period: Mid-20th century (circa 1950-1960).
Technique: Oil on panel.
Dimensions (Panel): 24 x 19 cm.
Signature: Signed bottom left (sbg).
Provenance: Auction inventory label on reverse (no. 226065).
Why is this painting an opportunity?
Theme Signature: The dancer is Grisot’s most emblematic and highly valued subject.
High Couture Heritage: The work reflects French elegance of the 1950s, a period when Grisot was the favored painter of high society.
Ready for Exhibition: The combination of the intact panel and its display-worthy frame makes it a turnkey collection piece."
Pierre GRISOT (1911-1995) – "Young Dancer"
The Elegance of the Paris School – Circa 1950-1960
The Work: A Moment of Grace and Femininity
This oil on panel is an emblematic piece of Pierre Grisot’s maturity. A former collaborator of the Dior house, Grisot translates here the haute couture aesthetic into the world of ballet. He captures a moment of great delicacy: a young dancer kneeling, adjusting her slipper in the quiet backstage.
Post-Impressionist Figurative Style: The brushwork is lively, nervy, and resolutely modern. The artist favors the vibration of light on the pearly white tutu over meticulous detail, thus aligning with a Degas revisited through the prism of Parisian chic.
Atmosphere & Light: The contrast between the luminous subject and the misty ochre-toned background creates an intimate depth, characteristic of the ‘misty’ style that earned the artist international renown.
The Frame: A Prestige Enclosure
The work is enhanced by its original canal-frame, particularly imposing:
Quality of Execution: Gilt and patinated wood with a linen marie-louise, perfectly outlining the panel’s dimensions (24 x 19 cm) to give it a spectacular wall presence.
Condition: Excellent conservation state.
Technical Sheet
Artist: Pierre GRISOT (1911-1995).
Country: France (École de Paris).
Period: Mid-20th century (circa 1950-1960).
Technique: Oil on panel.
Dimensions (Panel): 24 x 19 cm.
Signature: Signed bottom left (sbg).
Provenance: Auction inventory label on reverse (no. 226065).
Why is this painting an opportunity?
Theme Signature: The dancer is Grisot’s most emblematic and highly valued subject.
High Couture Heritage: The work reflects French elegance of the 1950s, a period when Grisot was the favored painter of high society.
Ready for Exhibition: The combination of the intact panel and its display-worthy frame makes it a turnkey collection piece."

