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Bernadette KellyModern French Oil Painting Two Reclining Nudes on a Red Bed with Sunlit Window
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Title: Modern French Oil Painting Two Reclining Nudes on a Red Bed with Sunlit Window
by Bernadette Kelly (French b. 1933)
Unsigned
Medium: oil painting on board, unframed
Painting size: 11.75 inches (height) x 7.75 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.
Description:
This modern French oil painting by Bernadette Kelly captures a striking interior scene featuring two reclining nudes on a richly textured red bedspread bathed in warm sunlight Both figures are adorned in delicate undergarments their relaxed poses exuding a sense of leisure and intimacy The loose expressive brushwork and vibrant color palette bring movement and energy to the composition while the warm flesh tones contrast beautifully with the bold red fabric beneath them
In the background a third figure sits on the windowsill dressed in a flowing blue garment seemingly lost in thought as they bask in the sunlight streaming through the open window The cool blue hues of the window and figure provide a harmonious contrast to the warmth of the foreground creating a dynamic balance within the piece Kelly’s skillful handling of light and shadow lends depth and atmosphere drawing the viewer into this tranquil moment of quiet indulgence
A wonderful addition to any collection of 20th century French figurative art this painting is ideal for those who appreciate expressive portraiture intimate interiors and evocative studies of light and form
- Creator:Bernadette Kelly (1933, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Width: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509315975032
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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