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Michel Patrix
1940s Abstract Still Life Geometric Modern Oil Painting with Tobacco Pipes

circa 1940

About the Item

This original interior still life painting by twentieth-century French modernist Michel Patrix (1917-1973) features a striking composition of two tobacco pipes, showcasing Patrix's skillful use of form and color. Painted in a geometric modernist style, this piece reflects the artist's unique approach to still life subjects, blending abstraction with everyday objects. The painting is presented in a custom frame, with outer dimensions measuring 12 ¾ x 24 ¾ x ¾ inches, and the image size is 9 x 21 ½ inches. In very good vintage condition, the painting remains clean and well-preserved, ready to be displayed. This artwork is a wonderful example of mid-20th-century French modernism, capturing the essence of the era's artistic innovation. About the artist: Michel Patrix (1917-1973) was a French modernist painter known for his unique approach to still life and abstraction. Born in France, Patrix developed a distinctive style that blended geometric forms with everyday objects, capturing the essence of modern life through his compositions. His work was heavily influenced by the modernist movement, focusing on the relationship between color, form, and structure. Throughout his career, Patrix’s art reflected the innovative spirit of the mid-20th century, and his work was often characterized by a minimalist yet dynamic use of shapes and space. Patrix exhibited his paintings in various galleries and is recognized as an important figure in the post-war French modernist art scene.
  • Creator:
    Michel Patrix (1917 - 1973, French)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1940
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Width: 24.75 in (62.87 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very good vintage condition. Detailed condition report is available upon request.
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DCG 131071stDibs: LU2732979181

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