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Bernadette KellyModern French Oil Painting Portrait of a Woman Expressive Figurative Study
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Title: Modern French Oil Painting Portrait of a Woman Expressive Figurative Study
by Bernadette Kelly (French b. 1933)
Unsigned
Medium: oil painting on canvas board, unframed
Painting size: 12 inches (height) x 7.25 inches (width)
Condition: overall very good and sound
Provenance: all the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from their estate in Paris, France.
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This modern French oil painting by Bernadette Kelly presents an expressive portrait of a woman captured in a moment of quiet introspection The textured brushwork and earthy color palette highlight the artist’s signature approach blending abstraction with realism to create a striking and emotive composition The subject’s features are softly defined with a mix of warm and cool tones lending the painting a timeless yet contemporary feel
Kelly’s background in decorative arts and engraving is evident in the layering of color and form which adds depth and dimension to the piece The contrast between bold dark shadows and delicate highlights creates an engaging visual balance drawing the viewer into the subject’s gaze
A wonderful addition to any collection of 20th century French portraiture this artwork is perfect for those who appreciate expressive figurative studies and evocative character pieces
- Creator:Bernadette Kelly (1933, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509315974942
Bernadette Kelly
Bernadette Kelly was born in Bousquet d'Orb, Hérault in 1933. She studied at the School of Decorative Arts in Paris, from 1953 to 1956 as well as in the workshop of the famous artist, Marcel Gromaire. She went on to teach drawing at Yves Hersent's preparatory course for seven years, then devoted herself entirely to her work in painting and engraving from 1965.
Numerous exhibitions: Galerie Le Bateau Lavoir, Paris, Galerie Nadine Granier, Albi and others.
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