Alexandre Sacha Garbell

St. Maxime, Signed 1950's Gouache Painting by Alexandre Sacha Garbell

circa 1958

Artist: Alexandre Sacha Garbell, French (1903 - 1970) Title: Orange Ship in Harbor Year: 1958 Medium: Gouache on Paper, signed Image Size: 6.25 x 7.75...

Artist: Alexandre Sacha Garbell, French (1903 - 1970) Title: Tropez Year: circa 1958 Medium: Gouache on Paper, signed Image Size: 6 x 9.5 inches Frame Size: 14.5 x 18 inches

Artist: Alexandre Sacha Garbell, French (1903 - 1970) Title: Reserve Year: circa 1958 Medium: Gouache on Paper, signed Image Size: 5.5 x 7.25 inches Frame Size: 13 x 15.5 inches

Artist: Alexandre Sacha Garbell, French (1903 - 1970) Title: Marseille Year: 1959 Medium: Gouache on Paper, signed Image Size: 5 x 9 inches Frame Size: 13.5 x 17.5 inches

1970s fauvist watercolour of a forest glade by Belgian artist André Pierard. Not signed but acquired from his estate along with others of his works. A be...

Emprunt 6% Souscrivez (War Loan 6% Subscribe) Signed "Raoul Dufy" (lower right) Gouache on paper This vibrant gouache on paper by the renowned Raoul Dufy is not only a work of exceptional artistry, but also represents an important period in world history. The piece was a special commission ordered by the French government, who sought to encourage the French people to join in the post-war reconstruction efforts. Following World War I, the French government was destitute. The cost of the Great War had been tremendous not only in lives lost, but also in terms of infrastructure and finances. In order to reclaim its place as a great power on the world stage, France needed funds to reconstruct its key industries, and quickly. Thus, the government turned to one of the most famous French artists of the day - Raoul Dufy - to create this gouache on paper as an advertisement for the country's war bonds. The extraordinary work represents Dufy's own sense of patriotic duty. Entirely unique in his oeuvre, it is clear that Dufy wished to create something truly special to help his war-torn country. The artist deftly captures the industry of France in the colorful composition, showcasing bridges, buildings, ships and other key elements of the country's infrastructure in order to evoke the viewers' pride, patriotism and willingness to help. The words Emprunt 6% Souscrivez (War Loan 6% Subscribe) are boldly written across the top, seeking subscribers to a 6% interest loan to help rebuild the country - a very healthy return for the age. The powerful painting represents one of the most effective and extensive patriotic campaigns of all time. France relied heavily on the willingness of its citizens to lend money...

"Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 'Little Guardian of the Woods.' This captivating gouache on paper (40 x 30 cm) portrays a young guardian, tenderly safeguarding the harmo...

This vibrant gouache captures the lush and serene essence of the Botanical Garden of Orleans. The artist has masterfully transcribed the natural beauty of this place, playing with sh...