Marcel Gendre

La Vierge

1930's

A large scale oil on canvas landscape painting of a thatched cottage with a far view to a church spire beyond a lake by Percy. The painting is signed bottom right and is presented in...

Mid 19th century Realist ink, watercolour and gouache portrait on paper of a young man in a field by John George Todd. The painting is signed G Todd bottom left as was his usual mann...

Late 20th century surrealist gouache and watercolour on paper by British artist Derek Carruthers. The painting is signed to the bottom right and title...

Contemporary surrealist watercolour and gouache on paper by British artist Derek Carruthers. Signed bottom right. An intriguing and beautifully pain...

Early 20th Century view of barges at a riverbank by French artist Georges Planes. The painting is signed bottom right. The painting is very nicely framed in a blue painted wood frame...

Late 20th century expressionist work on paper by French artist Armand Avril. Signed and dated bottom right. The painting is full of vibrancy and colour with the depictions and appea...

Restrained landscape with a child playing with a cat by an unknown artist. Although nearly monochromatic, there is exquisite details in the foliage in the foreground. to the left. In...

A beautiful watercolor by Adrien Moreau (1843-1906) showing a woman with freshly picked flowers in a basket resting in the grass by the sea. The colors are strong and it is mounted i...

Paul Albert Girard Paris 1839 – 1920 French Painter 'The Greek Temples of Paestrum' Signature: Signed lower left
 Medium: Aquarelle
 Dimensions: Image size 29 x 49 cm, frame size 41 x 61cm Provenance: Paestum, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as the best-preserved Greek archaeological site in Italy. Situated just south of Salerno, near the picturesque Amalfi Coast, and in proximity to Pompeii, Paestum remains somewhat undiscovered by many travelers. In its prime, Poseidonia thrived, evident in the remnants of city walls, colossal temples, and the overall urban layout. As Magna Grecia expanded and established trade routes, conflicts arose between the Greek colonists and the indigenous Samnite and Lucani tribes. Archaeological findings, however, suggest a period of peaceful coexistence between the Greeks and the Lucanians. This harmony was disrupted in 273 BC with the arrival of the Romans. The Romans, while altering the city's name to Paestum, did not obliterate it. Remarkably, their admiration for the splendidly constructed temples played a role in shaping classical architecture on the Italian peninsula, influencing subsequent Roman development and style. The Romans made additions to Paestum, including a forum, an amphitheater, a temple of their own, and residential structures, some of which still stand today. In 79 BC, the eruption of Vesuvius dealt a partial blow to Paestum, altering its landscape. Despite this setback, the city's survival attests to its resilience and enduring cultural significance. Today, visitors can explore the fascinating remnants of Paestum, a testament to the confluence of Greek and Roman influences, and the architectural prowess that has withstood the test of time. Born on December 13, 1839, in the artistic heart of Paris, Paul-Albert Girard emerged as a luminary in the world of 19th-century French painting. The son of the esteemed painter Pierre Girard, he inherited not just a name but also a passion for the arts that would define his illustrious career. Biography: Born on December 13, 1839, in the artistic heart of Paris, Paul-Albert Girard emerged as a luminary in the world of 19th-century French painting. The son of the esteemed painter Pierre Girard, he inherited not just a name but also a passion for the arts that would define his illustrious career. Paul Albert was a versatile artist, displaying his mastery across various genres – from capturing the essence of everyday life in genre scenes to breathing life into captivating portraits and landscapes. His prowess extended to watercolors, mural compositions, and the rich tapestry of Orientalist paintings depicting scenes from North Africa. In 1857, Paul-Albert embarked on his formal artistic education at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Under the guidance of eminent mentors such as Jean Joseph Bellel, François Edouard Picot, and Hippolyte Flandrin...

Jacob Eduard Van Heemskerck Van Beest (1828-1894) “Avondgebed; Maleidische tripang visschers onder de hoge kust van Celebes” (Ev...

Aleksandra (Ola) Pawlikowska born 1988, Warsaw, student of the Faculty of Graphics at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. In the years 2007-2012 she studied Art History at the Univer...

19th Century French school, Two italian women in a landscape, oil on canvas 59 x 43.5 cm Bears a signature and a date on the lower left (see photograph please) but barely lisible ...