French School (XX) - Post-Impressionist Paris View





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Post-Impressionist Paris View, an oil painting on canvas from the 1980s–1990s, origin Spain, sold with frame, signed, original edition, depicting an urban landscape in Montmartre with urban light and atmosphere, in the Post-Impressionism style, 36 cm by 31 cm.
Description from the seller
Montmartre, Paris
Contemporary French School
Late 20th century
Oil on canvas
Signed in the lower right corner
Work dimensions: 27 x 22 cm
Dimensions with frame: 36 x 31 cm
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE WORK
1.1. Title
Montmartre, Paris
1.2. Authorship
Work signed in the lower right corner, with readable identification not securely established.
Prudently cataloged as a contemporary French school, within a line of Parisian urban painting of post-impressionist character.
1.3. Technique and measurements
Oil on canvas.
Work dimensions: 27 x 22 cm.
Total dimensions with frame: 36 x 31 cm.
2. ARTISTIC DESCRIPTION
The work represents a charming urban view of Montmartre, with the silhouette of the Sacré-Cœur in the background, lively streets, passing figures, trees and terraces covered by warm awnings.
The composition gracefully captures the bohemian and luminous atmosphere of Paris. The brushwork is loose, quick and vibrant, building the scene through color patches, luminous whites, ochres, grays, greens and small orange touches.
The result is a cheerful, elegant and highly decorative painting, with all the charm of Parisian views in a small format.
3. STYLE AND CONTEXT
3.1. Style
Within the usual categories, the work can be classified as urban post-Impressionism.
It maintains a recognizable scene, but the main interest lies in light, atmosphere, the movement of the street and the freedom of the brush.
3.2. French School
The work is linked to the tradition of French urban painting devoted to Paris and, especially, to Montmartre, one of the most iconic neighborhoods for artists, collectors and lovers of painting.
Its aesthetics combine tourism sensibility, artistic environment and a spontaneous execution that is very pleasant.
4. CONDITION
The work is in good overall condition.
The pictorial surface retains good legibility, with visible brushwork and moderate matter. The sober dark wood frame enhances the scene without taking protagonism away from the painting.
Léger signs of use may be visible in the photographs.
Photographs are an essential part of the description.
5. GUARANTEE AND TRANSPARENCY
Offered as an original oil on canvas, signed.
Not attributed to a specific author due to lack of secure identification of the signature or additional documentation.
The cataloging as a contemporary French school is based on the subject, the style, the technique and visual analysis of the work.
Shipping will be performed with professional packaging, carefully prepared to protect painting and frame.
6. COLLECTOR OPPORTUNITY
A small, elegant and very pleasing work, ideal for lovers of Paris, Montmartre and French urban painting.
Its soft light, street atmosphere and intimate format make it a decorative piece with much charm, perfect for living rooms, studios, bedrooms or corners with artistic sensibility.
A painting with a Parisian soul, cheerful, luminous and easy to enjoy.
Seller's Story
Montmartre, Paris
Contemporary French School
Late 20th century
Oil on canvas
Signed in the lower right corner
Work dimensions: 27 x 22 cm
Dimensions with frame: 36 x 31 cm
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE WORK
1.1. Title
Montmartre, Paris
1.2. Authorship
Work signed in the lower right corner, with readable identification not securely established.
Prudently cataloged as a contemporary French school, within a line of Parisian urban painting of post-impressionist character.
1.3. Technique and measurements
Oil on canvas.
Work dimensions: 27 x 22 cm.
Total dimensions with frame: 36 x 31 cm.
2. ARTISTIC DESCRIPTION
The work represents a charming urban view of Montmartre, with the silhouette of the Sacré-Cœur in the background, lively streets, passing figures, trees and terraces covered by warm awnings.
The composition gracefully captures the bohemian and luminous atmosphere of Paris. The brushwork is loose, quick and vibrant, building the scene through color patches, luminous whites, ochres, grays, greens and small orange touches.
The result is a cheerful, elegant and highly decorative painting, with all the charm of Parisian views in a small format.
3. STYLE AND CONTEXT
3.1. Style
Within the usual categories, the work can be classified as urban post-Impressionism.
It maintains a recognizable scene, but the main interest lies in light, atmosphere, the movement of the street and the freedom of the brush.
3.2. French School
The work is linked to the tradition of French urban painting devoted to Paris and, especially, to Montmartre, one of the most iconic neighborhoods for artists, collectors and lovers of painting.
Its aesthetics combine tourism sensibility, artistic environment and a spontaneous execution that is very pleasant.
4. CONDITION
The work is in good overall condition.
The pictorial surface retains good legibility, with visible brushwork and moderate matter. The sober dark wood frame enhances the scene without taking protagonism away from the painting.
Léger signs of use may be visible in the photographs.
Photographs are an essential part of the description.
5. GUARANTEE AND TRANSPARENCY
Offered as an original oil on canvas, signed.
Not attributed to a specific author due to lack of secure identification of the signature or additional documentation.
The cataloging as a contemporary French school is based on the subject, the style, the technique and visual analysis of the work.
Shipping will be performed with professional packaging, carefully prepared to protect painting and frame.
6. COLLECTOR OPPORTUNITY
A small, elegant and very pleasing work, ideal for lovers of Paris, Montmartre and French urban painting.
Its soft light, street atmosphere and intimate format make it a decorative piece with much charm, perfect for living rooms, studios, bedrooms or corners with artistic sensibility.
A painting with a Parisian soul, cheerful, luminous and easy to enjoy.

