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Gen PaulMusical Clowns (Les Musiciens)
$43,700
£33,197.29
€38,237.98
CA$62,517.26
A$68,564.84
CHF 35,361.76
MX$819,065.08
NOK 448,494.67
SEK 420,738.89
DKK 285,665.85
About the Item
This work is signed lower right.
A very rare large pastel by the artist, which was intended as a study for, or as a return to the theme of a similar painting executed in gouache and watercolor. In any case the two works share strikingly similar detail for gestural art that appears so spontaneous, suggesting careful consideration and planning.
Paul was largely self-taught painter and engraver. During World War I, Paul Served in the French army, losing one is his legs. The injury inspired the artist to return to painting, after having shown talent for drawing as a child. In 1917, he sold works to an antiques dealer, and befriended Juan Gris, who supplied him with painting materials. At the same time, Paul began studying engraving with Eugène Delâtre, and sold his pictures of Montmartre. Beginning in 1920, Paul began exhibiting at the Salon d’Automne and Salon des Indépendants. He also traveled to the United States, where he painted jazz musicians, becoming legendary for his depictions of artistic life. In the 1930s, increasing health problems caused by alcoholism, forced the him to seek treatment. As Paul recovered, he entered a new phase in his work, emphasizing rhythm and employing strong lines. In 1934, he was named Chevalier of the Légion d’Honneur, and was later promoted to Commander of the Légion d’Honneur. In the late 1930s, he was commissioned to paint a fresco for the Palais du Vin at the International Exposition.
- Creator:Gen Paul (1895-1975, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)
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- Gallery Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1637217035702
Gen Paul
Gen Paul was born as Eugène Paul in a house in Montmartre on the Rue Lepic painted by Van Gogh, he began drawing and painting as a child. His father died when he was only 10 years old and Paul was trained to work in decorative furnishings. He served in the French army during World War I and was wounded twice, losing one of his legs.
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