Pierre Cornu was born November 16, 1895, in Salon-de-Provence. Born into a prosperous family of merchants oils and soaps, Cornu knows a pampered childhood and happy during which his attraction to drawing and color manifests itself fairly quickly. He will have the opportunity, throughout his life to be able to concentrate on his passion for painting. His paintings are often honored in all the great Parisian salons. He exhibited regularly with Auguste Chabaud and René Seyssaud in Marseille. Financial troubles forced him to emigrate several years in Morocco, where he begins a new life, never abandoning painting, perfecting his art (abundance of beautiful colors, resembling oriental tapestries. Back a few years later in France, he settled in the region of Aix en Provence, where he ended his life, exposing the entire region and its surroundings, recognized by all (it will visit famous in his studio like never ceasing to paint). All his life he was "... true epicurean, very attracted to women in the glow of their youth, lovers of Provence which magnifies the light colors, its serene and optimistic view of life allowed him to create a voluptuous and fresh paint. His taste for feminine beauty must not make us forget that Cornu was a talented portraitist and an excellent painter of still lifes, mostly of flowers and landscapes. In fact, in all these genres, the only reason of interest to him was the beauty that has always discover to idealize and forever ... Like Bonnard, he seems to have painted only for the joy of painting but also wished to remember to show and share happy moments."
Pierre Cornu (1895-1996) French Post Impressionist Oil Painting
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Holywell, GB
**Pierre Cornu (1895–1996)** A captivating painting of a reclining female figure by the celebrated French colourist Pierre Cornu. Rich in warmth and luminosity, the composition beau...
Oil
Jeune Femme Alonge
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pierre Cornu French, 1895-1996 Jeune Femme Alonge Oil / Canvas 14 by 18 in. W/frame 20 by 24 in. Signed lower right Pierre Cornu was born November 16, 1895 in Salon de Provence. Born into a prosperous family of merchants oils and soaps, Cornu knows a pampered childhood and happy during which his attraction to drawing and color manifests itself fairly quickly. He will have the opportunity, throughout his life to be able to concentrate on his passion of painting. His paintings are often honored in all the great Parisian salons. He exhibits regularly with René Auguste Chabaud and Seyssaud in Marseille. Financial troubles forced him to emigrate several years in Morocco where he begins a new life, never abandoning painting, perfecting his art (abundance of beautiful colors, resembling oriental tapestries...
Oil
Pierre Cornu (1895-1996) - Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Still life with Cyclamen
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Corsham, GB
An attractive still life composition by French artist Pierre Cornu (1895-1996). The arrangement features a gold candlestick, a book, and a bouquet of red cyclamen in a yellow teapot,...
Oil
The Visitor - Fauvist Figurative Abstract
By Carol Swain
Located in Soquel, CA
Expressive narrative figurative abstract by Carol Swain (Australian, 20th Century), Signed "C. Swain" lower left. Presented in a metal frame. Image size, 22"H x 28"W. Carol Swain i...
Canvas, Oil
$450
H 11 in W 11 in D 1.5 in
"Merc Power" (2019) by Sheri Farabaugh, Still Life Oil Painting
By Sheri Farabaugh
Located in Denver, CO
"Merc Power" (2019) by Sheri Farabaugh (United States Based) is a handmade still life oil painting that depicts a scene on a lake, with a closeup of a boat engine in deep blue waters...
Oil, Board
$794
H 27.96 in W 24.02 in D 2.37 in
English 1970's OIL PAINTING Female Nude In An Interior by FRANK JOHNSON
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Frank Johnson (1917-1998) British TITLE: "Female Nude In A Living Room Interior' SIGNED: unsigned, from the artists studio sale at Bonhams Chest...
Oil
$145,000
H 40 in W 30.5 in
Sunshine and Rain, Semi Nude women in joyful moment
By Charles Courtney Curran
Located in Miami, FL
A magical, idealized moment is captured as a bare-breasted maiden strolls out in the rain. Inscribed with title and signature on reverse Roughton Galleries; Dallas, Texas This larg...
Oil
$55,000
H 25.75 in W 32 in
Odalisque à la Plume Rose - Nude Cabaret Dancer with Feathers
By Jacqueline Marval
Located in Miami, FL
Jacqueline Marval was close friends with Kees van Dongen and her work is of the same school as, Matisse and Marie Laurencin. Les Odalisques is quite contemporary looking with it's main figure having joyful life and vitality to her. Some refer to her as a Fauve and some as a post-impressionist. Clearly, she is an overlooked female artist. This work is over...
Oil, Canvas
$931Sale Price|30% Off
H 25.6 in W 31.89 in
Modern Café Interior with Figures, Atmospheric Blue Figurative Oil Painting
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
European Café Interior Scene, Blue Tonal Figurative Oil Painting, Contemporary Spanish Urban Painting Artist: Julio García Iglesias Title: Café Interior Date: 1986 Medium: Oil on c...
Oil
$14,750
H 58 in W 58 in D 1.5 in
'Young Man in Repose' by Podlach - Large Male Intimate Figurative Nude Painting
By Betsy Podlach
Located in Carmel, CA
Betsy Podlach (American, born 1964) "Young Man in Repose" 2009 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Young Man in Repose" is a captivating p...
Oil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
Big Sur Views - Abstract Landscape Ocean Blue Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With a contemporary perspective on landscape painting and inspired by paintings created by old masters, German artist Katharina Husslein paints in a representational manner to captur...
Canvas, Oil
$19,000
H 51.5 in W 31 in D 2 in
LOUIS BUISSERET circa 1930 Nude Woman Standing Interior LARGE oil/canvas BELGIAN
By Louis Buisseret
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
This oil painting by Louis Buisseret, a Belgian artist renowned for his mastery of realism and sensitivity to the human form, exemplifies his ability to capture the quiet elegance of...
Canvas, Oil
$3,100
H 39 in W 51 in
To Love And Be Loved - Still Life Floral Artwork Original Oil Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With a contemporary perspective on landscape painting and inspired by paintings created by old masters, German artist Katharina Husslein paints in a representational manner to captur...
Canvas, Oil
$1,500
H 12 in W 16 in
"Mug and Grape Stencil Cut" Still-Life Tan American Folk Oil Painting Minimal
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
""Mug and Grape Stencil Cut" Oil on Linen 12 x 26 Inches Charlotte Gibbs recently had the distinct honor of being awarded First Prize in The Roddy Compeition held at the Conco...
Oil
$255
H 10 in W 14 in
Still Life 7 - Original Bold Abstract Colorful Home Inspired Art on Paper
By Valerie Etitinwo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valerie Etitinwo's unique approach to abstract figurative painting celebrates the unconventional beauty found in imperfection and awkwardness. The Nigerian-Swiss artist uses bold col...
Canvas, Paper, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Oil
Pierre Cornu French Post Impressionist Oil Painting
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Holywell, GB
Pierre Cornu (1895-1996) A delightful painting of a vase of flowers by the master of colour and light, Pierre Cornu. Pierre Cornu was born in Salon-de-Provence, commonly known as Sa...
Oil
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H 24 in W 27.5 in
Vintage portrait of a woman sleeping by French artist Pierre Cornu
By Pierre Cornu
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Vintage oil painting of a woman sleeping by Pierre Cornu. This is a visually stunning painting by the popular French artist reknown for his nude and female portraits. A young woman...
Oil
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H 19.5 in W 23.5 in
Pierre Cornu (1896-1996) French Post Impressionist Oil Painting
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Holywell, GB
Pierra Cornu (1895-1996) A delightful painting of a woman in a sunlit glade by the master of colour, light and the female form, Pierre Cornu. Pierre Cornu was born in Salon-de-Prove...
Oil
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H 25.625 in W 31.5 in D 2.5 in
[Untitled Nude: Endormi Couché Nu] Oil Painting by Pierre Cornu, Framed
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Encino, CA
Untitled Nude [Endormi Couché Nu], an original oil on canvas by Pierre Cornu, is a piece for the true collector. Cornu’s use of vivid colors and bold brush strokes immediately grabs the viewer's attention, highlighting the artist's keen ability to capture emotion and life – all in a stroke of a paintbrush. Both the technical talent of Cornu and his choice of subject matter pair perfectly with the beautifully crafted custom, period gilt wood frame. This masterful work is perfect for those who have an affinity for nudes, still lifes, color-rich works of art, portraits, impressionism, and post-impressionism. Artist: PIERRE CORNU (1895-1996) Title: UNTITLED NUDE [ENDORMI COUCHÉ NU] Medium & Surface: ORIGINAL OIL ON CANVAS (framed) Signed: HAND SIGNED BY ARTIST LOWER LEFT Year Created: CIRCA 1973 Country of Creation: FRANCE Image Area Dimensions: 18 x 24 INCHES Frame Dimensions:* 25.625 x 31.5 x 2.5 INCHES *This work of art is being sold framed. Additional Info: HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE, RARE WORK BY PIERRE CORNU, IN GREAT CONDITION AND IN A BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM, PERIOD GILT WOOD FRAME – FRAME IS IN GREAT CONDITION CONSISTENT WITH AGE. TWO ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES OF AUTHENTICITY BY BRUNO MARTIN-CAILLE DATED MARCH 21, 1973 ARE INCLUDED. GALERIE MARTIN-CAILLE WAS THE EXCLUSIVE DEALER OF CORNU'S WORKS THROUGHOUT THE 1950s to 1970s. IT IS EXTREMELY RARE TO FIND A CORNU PAINTING WITH SUCH GREAT DOCUMENTATION AND PROVENANCE. Provenance: GALERIE MARTIN-CAILLE, 1973 Artist Info/Bio: ARTIST BIOGRAPHY DOCUMENT IS INCLUDED Documentation: CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITIES BY BURNO MARTIN CAILLE DATED MARCH 21, 1973 AND OUR GALLERY ARE INCLUDED About the Artist: Pierre Cornu was born on November 16, 1895 in Salon de Provence, France. From a well-to-do, oil and soap trader family, Cornu had a pampered and carefree childhood. Drawing and color attracted him at a young age. Cornu studied at the celebrated Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris and studied under Emile Othon Friesz, a French artist of the Fauvist movement, and François Desnoyer, a French Impressionist and Modern painter. Cornu was lucky enough to be able to dedicate his entire life to his true passion of painting. His paintings were featured in all the great Parisian salons, exhibiting at Auguste Chabaud and René Seyssaud in Marseille and at the 1933 Salon d’Automne in Paris. Financial concerns forced him to emigrate to Morocco from 1939-1945. There, he started a new life as a photographer, but continued to paint. He perfected his art in an abundance of beautiful colors, echoing oriental tapestries...
Oil
La Demoiselle
By Pierre Cornu
Located in Wiscasett, ME
Oil on canvas, signed lower right, French, 1895-1996 His paintings are often honoured in all the great Parisian salons. He exhibited regularly with René Auguste Chabaud and Seyssaud ...
Oil