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Jules Monge
Jules Monge (1855-1934) French soldiers, six watercolors

circa 1900

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Jules Monge (1855-1934) French soldiers, six different watercolors in a same mount Each one signed (4 on lower right, 2 on lower left) Each one 9.5 x 14 cm Total size with the mount : 43 x 48 cm It's a modern mount without frame In good condition, very slightly yellowed, one of them had heightening of white gouach that oxidized. (3rd detail picture) Jules Monge was born in Marseille on December 26 , 1855 and died in Paris on 1 st July 1934. He wass the pupil of Alexandre Cabanel in Marseille. He exhibited at the Salon des Artistes Français from 1881 to 1933 and achieved many successes. He also exhibited in provincial towns. He makes many portraits and military scenes. During the inter-war period, he visited China and painted scenes of everyday life.
  • Creator:
    Jules Monge (1855 - 1934)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1900
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Inv 2971stDibs: LU111225086332
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