Hector Pron (1817-1902) - Die Jäger
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Die Jäger, an oil painting from 19th century France in the Realism style, sold with frame.
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Hector Pron, Sézanne, 1817–1902 Troyes.
Arbored river landscape with figures.
Oil on canvas.
Signed bottom right. Size without frame: 32.3 x 24.5 cm
With frame: 50 x 41.8 cm
In an opulent, genuine gold frame of the period.
Hector Pron is regarded as a significant representative of 19th‑century French landscape painting, whose work is deeply rooted in the Barbizon school tradition. His oeuvre is characterized by poetic lighting and the masterful capture of atmospheric moods of the Champagne region.
• Physical presence: The hand‑signed signature at the bottom right confirms the mastery of this composition; the finely graded light scheme breaks through the dense canopy of leaves and bathes the image center in atmospheric chiaroscuro.
• Thematic context: The Arcadian river landscape is a central motif in Pron's oeuvre, in which he extols unspoiled nature as a place of contemplation and harmony between humans and the environment.
• Biographical testimony: The work reflects Pron's lifelong connection to the rural scenes of northeastern France, which after his studies in Paris served as an inexhaustible source of inspiration for his works exhibited at the Salon de Paris.
• Condition: The painting presents itself in good, authentic conservation with fine, age‑appropriate craquelure; the high‑quality gold frame shows only minimal, insignificant scratches.
• Market exclusivity: Signed works by Pron in this delicate execution are sought‑after cabinet pieces, which due to their rarity and the excellent framing background command a special standing on the international auction market.
Seller's Story
Art dealing has been in our family: my grandfather was an art dealer, and my mother is an antique dealer. In 2017, I continued this tradition and founded the Antoni Art Dealership—with the goal of making high-quality European art accessible to a new audience. Since then, we have passionately dedicated ourselves to trading paintings from the 19th century to the present. Our portfolio is complemented by our own gallery for contemporary art, where we present and promote current artistic positions.
Our expertise, cross-generational experience, and a carefully curated selection make us a special address for collectors, art lovers, and the curious.
Translated by Google TranslateHector Pron, Sézanne, 1817–1902 Troyes.
Arbored river landscape with figures.
Oil on canvas.
Signed bottom right. Size without frame: 32.3 x 24.5 cm
With frame: 50 x 41.8 cm
In an opulent, genuine gold frame of the period.
Hector Pron is regarded as a significant representative of 19th‑century French landscape painting, whose work is deeply rooted in the Barbizon school tradition. His oeuvre is characterized by poetic lighting and the masterful capture of atmospheric moods of the Champagne region.
• Physical presence: The hand‑signed signature at the bottom right confirms the mastery of this composition; the finely graded light scheme breaks through the dense canopy of leaves and bathes the image center in atmospheric chiaroscuro.
• Thematic context: The Arcadian river landscape is a central motif in Pron's oeuvre, in which he extols unspoiled nature as a place of contemplation and harmony between humans and the environment.
• Biographical testimony: The work reflects Pron's lifelong connection to the rural scenes of northeastern France, which after his studies in Paris served as an inexhaustible source of inspiration for his works exhibited at the Salon de Paris.
• Condition: The painting presents itself in good, authentic conservation with fine, age‑appropriate craquelure; the high‑quality gold frame shows only minimal, insignificant scratches.
• Market exclusivity: Signed works by Pron in this delicate execution are sought‑after cabinet pieces, which due to their rarity and the excellent framing background command a special standing on the international auction market.
Seller's Story
Art dealing has been in our family: my grandfather was an art dealer, and my mother is an antique dealer. In 2017, I continued this tradition and founded the Antoni Art Dealership—with the goal of making high-quality European art accessible to a new audience. Since then, we have passionately dedicated ourselves to trading paintings from the 19th century to the present. Our portfolio is complemented by our own gallery for contemporary art, where we present and promote current artistic positions.
Our expertise, cross-generational experience, and a carefully curated selection make us a special address for collectors, art lovers, and the curious.
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Artist
Hector Pron (1817-1902)
Sold with frame
Yes
Title of artwork
Die Jäger
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
32.2 cm
Width
24.5 cm
Depiction/theme
Nature
Style
Realism
Period
19th century
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