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Interior View, The Artist's Atelier, Late 19th Century, Oil on Canvas

1897

$2,622.57
£1,945.70
€2,200
CA$3,590.43
A$4,022.45
CHF 2,093.68
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DKK 16,751.17
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Interior scene, late 19th century oil on canvas attributed to Paul-Jospeh Blanc. The painting is indistinctly signed and dated bottom right. The canvas is on a good chassis with keys and there is an artists supply stamp possibly for Fournier (1865-1906). The painting is presented in a gilt empire frame. This evocative painting captures a serene artist's studio, perhaps Blanc's own in Montmartre, bathed in warm, natural light. Dominating the scene is a rustic palette resting on a draped, green cloth-covered table, suggesting the recent presence of the artist. The window to the left casts a soft glow, illuminating the space and highlighting fine details. In the background, a partially visible classical sculpture suggests artistic inspiration and tradition. A landscape in a fine gilt frame hangs angled from the wall. The simplicity of the room contrasts with its rich textures and carefully chosen elements, offering a glimpse into the creative process. The subdued colour palette and strategic composition draw the viewer's eye across the room, emphasizing the blend of artistry and everyday life. This piece stands out for its intimate portrayal of the artist’s environment, successfully conveying a silent narrative of creativity. Paul-Joseph Blanc (25 January 1846, Paris - 5 July 1904, Paris) was a French painter who specialized in scenes from ancient history and mythology. He studied at the École des Beaux Arts with Émile Bin and Alexandre Cabanel. In 1867, he was awarded the Prix de Rome for painting for his work The Murder of Laius by Œdipus and was named a Professor at the École in 1889. His studio in Montmartre also served as an art school. In addition to his favourite subjects, he produced many portraits of politicians, including Georges Clemenceau, Léon Gambetta and Paul Bert. He participated in the decoration of several buildings; among them the Panthéon, where he painted The Vow of Clovis at the Battle of Tolbiac, The Baptism of Clovis and The Triumph of Clovis. His decorative paintings may also be seen at the Opéra-Comique and the Hôtel de Ville He created a design for postage stamps as well. They featured the figure of Marianne and came in denominations from one through five, seven and a half, and ten centimes. They were also overprinted for use in the French colonies and were commonly referred to as "Blancs". The original engraved wooden block used to create the stamps is at the Musée de La Poste in Paris. His paintings are held in private collections and museums including the Musee d'Orsay.
  • Attributed to:
    Paul Joseph Blanc (1846 - 1904, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1897
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.84 in (58 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Some wear and losses to the frame. The frame is slightly too large for the painting but this is not visible once hung.
  • Gallery Location:
    Cotignac, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: LG/Blanc1stDibs: LU1430216440202

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