Maximilien Luce (1858-1941) - Au balcon de l'opéra.

Maximilien Luce (1858–1941) – Original drawing in ink on paper – about 16 × 22 cm

Provenance

Private collection France
Sale Maison R&C Marseille June 20, 2019, lot 101
Private collection Netherlands

Original drawing in black ink on paper by the French neo-impressionist artist Maximilien Luce (1858–1941).

This expressive drawing is distinguished by a particularly powerful composition and an exceptionally free, incisive line. With minimal means Luce builds a lively, dynamic scene in which light, movement and spatial effect come together in an impressive way. The spontaneous shading and strong outlines testify to the artistic mastery for which his drawings are valued internationally.

The combination of composition, expressiveness and technical quality makes this a particularly attractive and representative example of Luce’s drawing art. The artistic quality of the work is high and gives the drawing an exceptionally convincing appearance.

Maximilien Luce is regarded as one of the leading representatives of French neo-impressionism. In addition to his paintings, his original drawings are valued by collectors for their direct character and their particular place within his oeuvre.

The work is in excellent overall condition and is presented in a frame with a beautiful passe-partout, which elegantly completes the presentation of the drawing.