Auguste Vimar (XX) - Écurie

Auguste Vimar (1851-1916)
Stable – Horses returning in front of the stable
Around 1895

Oil on panel depicting a group of horses gathered in front of a vast stable, in the late afternoon light.

The composition shows several horses seen from behind, accompanied by a groom, in front of a monumental rural building. The sky with gray, pink and orange tones adds a crepuscular atmosphere to the scene that is particularly evocative.

The work is signed at the lower left.

Auguste Vimar, full name Nicolas-Stanislas-Auguste Vimar, was a French painter, draftsman, illustrator and animal sculptor born in Marseille in 1851 and died in 1916. He is mainly known for his representations of animals, notably horses, dogs and stable scenes.

Since the work is undated, a realization around 1895 is proposed as indicative, considering its style, technique and the artist’s active period.

As historical context, Auguste Vimar presented a painting entitled “Interior of a Stable” at an exhibition organized in Marseille in 1895. No direct link is claimed between this work shown and the present panel.

The authenticity of the work as a painting by Auguste Vimar has been confirmed from photographs by a French auction house specializing in equestrian art.

Back of the panel

The reverse presents several interesting ancient elements:

- inscriptions and old pencil notes;
- partially erased dedication that is difficult to decipher;
- drawings and early graphic exercises;
- old inventory mark printed with the number “1”;
- label of the framer and Marseille art publisher:

Carlos Braun
Framing & Art Editions
32, rue Grignan – Marseille

These elements have been left in their original state. The reverse inscriptions have not been cleaned, retouched or altered.

Framing

The painting is presented in an imposing old wooden and gilded stucco frame, Rococo style, with rich foliage, scrolls and shells.

The frame shows a beautiful antique patina as well as various minor flaws, cracks, wear and losses of gilding or decoration, particularly in the corners. All defects are visible in the photographs and contribute to the aged character of the whole.

Dimensions
- Painted panel: 22 × 16 cm
- Overall dimensions with frame: 35 × 28 cm

Condition

The painting is generally in good condition given its age. It shows an old varnish, slight surface soiling and a few signs of normal handling.
No recent restoration has been undertaken.

The frame presents several small dings and losses visible. It is sold with the work and as is.

Provenance

Private collection, Saint-Aygulf, Var.
Acquired at a French public sale in 2026.

The work will be carefully packed, with reinforced protection for the frame and corners, then shipped with tracking and insurance.