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Bernadette Kelly
Modernist French Oil Painting Reclining Nude Woman Blue Stockings and Shoes

$1,165.48
£850
€991.34
CA$1,595.94
A$1,774.47
CHF 926.53
MX$21,599.62
NOK 11,822.12
SEK 11,076.77
DKK 7,398.53
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Title: Modern French Oil Painting Reclining Nude Woman in Stockings and Shoes by Bernadette Kelly (French b. 1933) Unsigned Medium: oil painting on board, unframed Painting size: 7.75 inches (height) x 10.25 inches (width) Condition: overall 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 presents a striking study of a reclining nude woman elegantly posed in an armchair Her relaxed figure is accentuated by the addition of stockings and heeled shoes adding a touch of allure to the composition Her arms rest gently across her torso enhancing the sense of quiet confidence and ease Kelly’s expressive brushwork and muted palette of earthy browns soft blues and deep greens create a harmonious interplay of shadow and form The bold dark silhouette of the chair contrasts beautifully against the textured background drawing the viewer’s eye to the fluidity of the figure’s pose The layering of paint and the use of soft gestural strokes add depth and movement to the composition evoking a timeless yet modernist aesthetic A compelling addition to any collection of 20th century French figurative or modernist art this painting is ideal for those who appreciate evocative portraiture nuanced color harmonies and the timeless beauty of the human form in interior settings
  • Creator:
    Bernadette Kelly (1933, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Width: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509315975462

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