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François Lafon
François Lafon (French, 1846-c.1920) Nude Female Portrait France Oil on Painting

c. 1890

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François Lafon (French, 1846-c.1920) Draped nude Woman seated between Pillars with young Child • Oil sketch on paper • Visible image, ca. 35 x 22 cm • Glased Frame, ca. 38 x 25 cm François was trained by his father, the painter Emile Lafon (1817-1886). He then went on in 1875 to exihibit in the Salon. In 1890 he was invited to join the ranks of La Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts. His typical subject matters were mythological, religious and oriental scenes, as well as young nymphs and female portraiture. This little oil sketch sums up what the master François Lafon can and should be - A delicious dream-like rendering of a slender female figure seated with a young child in a mysterious mythological setting. Thank you for your interest and please note, that I offer free worldwide shipping on all my items.
  • Creator:
    François Lafon (1846 - 1913, French)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1890
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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  • Condition:
    The painting is in good condition and the later frame shows the usual signs of wear and tear.
  • Gallery Location:
    Meinisberg, CH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ArPr1stDibs: LU166829316752
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