École bretonne (XIX) - La prière au calvaire
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La prière au calvaire, oil on canvas, 19th century, France.
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Breton School in the late 19th century
Breton women praying before a calvary
Oil on canvas – French realism and naturalism
Interesting oil on canvas painting from the Breton school of the late 19th century, depicting two women dressed in the traditional Breton attire, gathered in prayer before a stone calvary set in a rural landscape.
The work constitutes an attractive example of French regionalist painting from the late 19th century, characterized by an interest in popular customs, religious traditions, and the landscapes of rural communities.
The composition stands out for its silent, contemplative atmosphere, its expressive brushwork, and the sensitivity with which the artist renders a scene of deep popular spirituality.
Description of the work
The scene unfolds in a Breton rural landscape, dominated by a stone calvary rising above a stepped structure.
At its feet appear two women wearing dark dresses and the region’s characteristic white coifs. One stands, while the other is kneeling, both gathered in prayer.
On the left is discernible a traditional building with a pitched roof, while trees and vegetation surround the religious monument.
The sky, resolved through grayish tones and diffused lighting, helps to create an atmosphere of serenity and recollection.
The painting features a loose and impasto brushwork, especially evident in the vegetation and the stone surfaces.
The color range, dominated by dark greens, earth tones, and grays, reinforces the austere and melancholic character of the composition.
Style, artistic context and influences
The work relates to French realism and naturalism of the late 19th century, movements that paid particular attention to representing daily life and the traditions of rural communities.
During this period, Brittany became one of the main centers of interest for numerous French and foreign painters, drawn to its landscapes, ancestral customs, and the profound religiosity of its inhabitants.
The painting shows thematic affinities with the work of Jules Breton (1827-1906), especially for its interest in the dignity of peasant life and the representation of popular scenes.
Parallels can also be found with certain compositions by Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret (1852-1929), whose painting addressed Breton religious traditions and everyday life from a naturalist perspective.
In the Breton context, the figure of Charles Cottet (1863-1925) is especially relevant, known for his depictions of rural life, local customs, and the melancholic atmospheres of the region.
The importance given to landscape and the relatively free handling of the brushstroke also allow for general affinities with the naturalist and post-impressionist tendencies that developed in France during the last decades of the 19th century.
These references should be understood as stylistic and thematic relations, without implying a direct attribution to the named artists.
The calvary in Breton tradition
Calvaries are among the most representative elements of Brittany’s religious heritage.
These stone constructions, often located beside churches, roads, and small rural communities, played an important role in the devotional practices of the population.
During the 19th century, many artists found in these scenes an expression of Breton cultural and spiritual identity.
The present painting reflects precisely that tradition, showing a moment of everyday prayer in which religious architecture and the landscape form part of the same cultural reality.
Characteristics of the work
Author: Breton School, late 19th century.
Title: Breton Women Praying Before a Calvary.
Technique: Oil on canvas.
Period: Late 19th century.
Style: Realism and naturalism.
Genre: Genre painting and rural landscape.
School: French, Brittany region.
Dimensions: 60 × 72 cm.
Condition
The work shows the conservation characteristics and the details visible in the photographs.
A pictorial surface with marked texture is evident, with impasto brushstrokes particularly visible in the vegetation and architectural elements.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the painting’s overall condition.
Shipping and international terms
The work will be carefully packed using appropriate protective materials to ensure its safety during transport.
Shipping will be carried out by a transport company with a tracking number.
Any duties, import taxes, and customs clearance costs will be the buyer’s responsibility when applicable.
Shipments to insular territories, outermost regions, or destinations with special logistical conditions may be subject to transportation surcharges.
Seller's Story
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Translated by Google Translate Breton School in the late 19th century
Breton women praying before a calvary
Oil on canvas – French realism and naturalism
Interesting oil on canvas painting from the Breton school of the late 19th century, depicting two women dressed in the traditional Breton attire, gathered in prayer before a stone calvary set in a rural landscape.
The work constitutes an attractive example of French regionalist painting from the late 19th century, characterized by an interest in popular customs, religious traditions, and the landscapes of rural communities.
The composition stands out for its silent, contemplative atmosphere, its expressive brushwork, and the sensitivity with which the artist renders a scene of deep popular spirituality.
Description of the work
The scene unfolds in a Breton rural landscape, dominated by a stone calvary rising above a stepped structure.
At its feet appear two women wearing dark dresses and the region’s characteristic white coifs. One stands, while the other is kneeling, both gathered in prayer.
On the left is discernible a traditional building with a pitched roof, while trees and vegetation surround the religious monument.
The sky, resolved through grayish tones and diffused lighting, helps to create an atmosphere of serenity and recollection.
The painting features a loose and impasto brushwork, especially evident in the vegetation and the stone surfaces.
The color range, dominated by dark greens, earth tones, and grays, reinforces the austere and melancholic character of the composition.
Style, artistic context and influences
The work relates to French realism and naturalism of the late 19th century, movements that paid particular attention to representing daily life and the traditions of rural communities.
During this period, Brittany became one of the main centers of interest for numerous French and foreign painters, drawn to its landscapes, ancestral customs, and the profound religiosity of its inhabitants.
The painting shows thematic affinities with the work of Jules Breton (1827-1906), especially for its interest in the dignity of peasant life and the representation of popular scenes.
Parallels can also be found with certain compositions by Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret (1852-1929), whose painting addressed Breton religious traditions and everyday life from a naturalist perspective.
In the Breton context, the figure of Charles Cottet (1863-1925) is especially relevant, known for his depictions of rural life, local customs, and the melancholic atmospheres of the region.
The importance given to landscape and the relatively free handling of the brushstroke also allow for general affinities with the naturalist and post-impressionist tendencies that developed in France during the last decades of the 19th century.
These references should be understood as stylistic and thematic relations, without implying a direct attribution to the named artists.
The calvary in Breton tradition
Calvaries are among the most representative elements of Brittany’s religious heritage.
These stone constructions, often located beside churches, roads, and small rural communities, played an important role in the devotional practices of the population.
During the 19th century, many artists found in these scenes an expression of Breton cultural and spiritual identity.
The present painting reflects precisely that tradition, showing a moment of everyday prayer in which religious architecture and the landscape form part of the same cultural reality.
Characteristics of the work
Author: Breton School, late 19th century.
Title: Breton Women Praying Before a Calvary.
Technique: Oil on canvas.
Period: Late 19th century.
Style: Realism and naturalism.
Genre: Genre painting and rural landscape.
School: French, Brittany region.
Dimensions: 60 × 72 cm.
Condition
The work shows the conservation characteristics and the details visible in the photographs.
A pictorial surface with marked texture is evident, with impasto brushstrokes particularly visible in the vegetation and architectural elements.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the painting’s overall condition.
Shipping and international terms
The work will be carefully packed using appropriate protective materials to ensure its safety during transport.
Shipping will be carried out by a transport company with a tracking number.
Any duties, import taxes, and customs clearance costs will be the buyer’s responsibility when applicable.
Shipments to insular territories, outermost regions, or destinations with special logistical conditions may be subject to transportation surcharges.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Artist
École bretonne (XIX)
Title of artwork
La prière au calvaire
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
60 cm
Width
72 cm
Depiction/theme
Religion
Style
Romanticism
Period
19th century
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