Albert Lebourg (1849-1928) - 3 études
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Albert LEBOURG (1849-1928)
3 studies
Drawings, charcoal and white chalk
"The cows"
On the back: Invitation to exhibition Galerie Georges Petit
Drawing
Dimensions: 14 x 17.5 cm
Signed at bottom right
"Character"
On the back: another sketch
Drawing
Dimensions: 14 x 9 cm
Signed at bottom right
"Landscape"
On the back: Envelope addressed to Monsieur Lebourg at Pont du Chateau
Drawing and white chalk
Dimensions: 13.5 x 11 cm
Signed at bottom right
In good condition and framed.
The framing being offered, it cannot be covered by insurance during transport.
Dimensions with frame: 42 x 33 cm
Provenance: Collection of the Norman painter, Michel Saillour
Original work supplied with invoice.
Fast, careful, and insured shipping.
Buy with complete confidence!
Shipping from August 9, 2026.
Albert Lebourg (1849–1928) is one of the great masters of Norman light, a painter whose work sits at the crossroads of Impressionism and a more intimate, almost contemplative sensibility. Born in Montfort-sur-Risle, he first trained in Rouen before joining the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Very early on, his gaze turns to landscapes, changing skies, moving reflections — everything that allows light to become a subject in its own right.
His career takes a decisive turn when he is appointed professor of drawing in Algiers in 1872. There, he discovers a new clarity, sharper contrasts, an atmosphere that broadens his palette and refines his sense of nuance. Returning to France, he settles in Paris but remains deeply attached to Normandy, whose ports, rivers, fogs, and sunsets he paints tirelessly.
Exhibiting regularly at the Salons and at Impressionist exhibitions, Lebourg develops a personal style: a vibrant yet peaceful painting, where soft strokes and subtle harmonies convey a quest for serenity. His views of Rouen, Dieppe, Le Havre or the Seine are among the finest Impressionist interpretations of river landscape.
Until the end of his life, he remains faithful to this poetry of the moment, to this light that glides, veils, and transforms. Today, Albert Lebourg is recognized as one of the great Impressionist landscape painters, celebrated for his unique sense of atmosphere and his ability to make light breathe.
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Seller's Story
Specialist since 1989 painters of the Ecole Normande - School of Rouen, Art Seine, is an art gallery located in Le Havre where we present works of the 19th, Impressionist and Modern. We scrupulously check the origins of the works and we surround ourselves with all the precautions in use on the art market. We, we are the spokesperson of the seller as the buyer for transactions to be made in the best conditions. Any work sold is accompanied by an invoice and a certificate of authenticity engage our responsibility for a period of 30 years. In collaboration with specialized freight forwarders and carriers we can ensure shipment in France and around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateAlbert LEBOURG (1849-1928)
3 studies
Drawings, charcoal and white chalk
"The cows"
On the back: Invitation to exhibition Galerie Georges Petit
Drawing
Dimensions: 14 x 17.5 cm
Signed at bottom right
"Character"
On the back: another sketch
Drawing
Dimensions: 14 x 9 cm
Signed at bottom right
"Landscape"
On the back: Envelope addressed to Monsieur Lebourg at Pont du Chateau
Drawing and white chalk
Dimensions: 13.5 x 11 cm
Signed at bottom right
In good condition and framed.
The framing being offered, it cannot be covered by insurance during transport.
Dimensions with frame: 42 x 33 cm
Provenance: Collection of the Norman painter, Michel Saillour
Original work supplied with invoice.
Fast, careful, and insured shipping.
Buy with complete confidence!
Shipping from August 9, 2026.
Albert Lebourg (1849–1928) is one of the great masters of Norman light, a painter whose work sits at the crossroads of Impressionism and a more intimate, almost contemplative sensibility. Born in Montfort-sur-Risle, he first trained in Rouen before joining the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Very early on, his gaze turns to landscapes, changing skies, moving reflections — everything that allows light to become a subject in its own right.
His career takes a decisive turn when he is appointed professor of drawing in Algiers in 1872. There, he discovers a new clarity, sharper contrasts, an atmosphere that broadens his palette and refines his sense of nuance. Returning to France, he settles in Paris but remains deeply attached to Normandy, whose ports, rivers, fogs, and sunsets he paints tirelessly.
Exhibiting regularly at the Salons and at Impressionist exhibitions, Lebourg develops a personal style: a vibrant yet peaceful painting, where soft strokes and subtle harmonies convey a quest for serenity. His views of Rouen, Dieppe, Le Havre or the Seine are among the finest Impressionist interpretations of river landscape.
Until the end of his life, he remains faithful to this poetry of the moment, to this light that glides, veils, and transforms. Today, Albert Lebourg is recognized as one of the great Impressionist landscape painters, celebrated for his unique sense of atmosphere and his ability to make light breathe.
Some images are generated by AI to show what the object might look like in context. Please refer to the original photos and the product description for exact details. #AIContextView
Seller's Story
Specialist since 1989 painters of the Ecole Normande - School of Rouen, Art Seine, is an art gallery located in Le Havre where we present works of the 19th, Impressionist and Modern. We scrupulously check the origins of the works and we surround ourselves with all the precautions in use on the art market. We, we are the spokesperson of the seller as the buyer for transactions to be made in the best conditions. Any work sold is accompanied by an invoice and a certificate of authenticity engage our responsibility for a period of 30 years. In collaboration with specialized freight forwarders and carriers we can ensure shipment in France and around the world.
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Artist
Albert Lebourg (1849-1928)
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Title of artwork
3 études
Technique
Pencil drawing
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
42 cm
Width
33 cm
Style
Impressionism
Period
19th century
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