French Paintings

Beautiful and evocative oil painting by the great French school modern artist Moya Dyring specializing in marinas. It depicts a harbor with boats probably from the French Riviera painted with great intensity but giving, at the same time, a sweet sense of serenity. Moya Claire Dyring was born in Coburg, Victoria in 1909. She produced drawings, oil paintings and pastels. She was one of the first women artists to embrace Modernism and exhibit cubist paintings in Melbourne. For several years she was a member of the modern art community known as the Heide Circle, named after the home of art collectors John and Sunday Reed, and now the Heide Museum of Modern Art. Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrina Egidi official Expert in Italian furniture for the Chamber of Commerce of Rome and for the Rome Civil Courts. Dyring then travelled to the USA and France, where she lived most her life. Her work is held in the Heide Museum as well as the National Gallery of Australia. One of her earliest works in cubist in style, Melanctha, 1934, was acquired by Sunday Reed. In 1934 Dyring also painted Portrait of Sunday Reed which went into the Reed's collection, along with a cubist style Portrait of a Woman from the same year. While her early works were figurative or cubist, in France she turned to landscape as she travelled to various towns throughout France. In her later years, unable to travel freely, she painted children against the backdrop of Paris. As time passed, she was largely glossed over and not included in major exhibitions of artists, especially women artists, of the 30s, 40, and 50s. In 2002, at the University of Melbourne, Gaynor Patricia Cuthbert delved into her life and work for a doctoral thesis, helping to bring back attention to her work. Collection The Heide Museum of Modern Art holds many paintings and drawings, some acquired through the John and Sydney Reed collection. The National Gallery of Australia, Canberra includes one drawing. The Art Gallery of New South Wales holds multiple works. Third child of Carl Peter Wilhelm Dyring, medical practitioner, and his second wife Dagmar Alexandra Esther, née Cohn, both Victorian born. Moya was educated (1917-27) at Firbank Church of England Girls' Grammar School, Brighton. After visiting Paris in 1928, she studied (1929-32) at the National Gallery schools, Melbourne, and shared fellow student Sam Atyeo's interest in artistic innovation. Classical modernism engaged her attention in the early 1930s. She painted at the George Bell school and studied under Rah Fizelle in Sydney; Mary Alice Evatt and Cynthia Reed were her colleagues. For several months in 1937 she took charge of Heide, the home and garden of John and Sunday Reed, at Bulleen, Melbourne. The Reeds were pivotal both to her sympathy for modernism and her belief in congenial fellowship. She enjoyed something of the intense relationship with Sunday Reed that the latter would subsequently extend to Joy Hester. In June Dyring held an exhibition, opened by H. V. Evatt, at the Riddell Gallery, Melbourne. Less enthusiastic than the Reeds and the Evatts about her art, Basil Burdett wrote of her 'somewhat incoherent interpretation of modern ideas', although he did acknowledge that her work had 'audacity of colour and a certain monumental feeling for form . . . qualities rare enough in Australian painting'. In August Dyring embarked for Panama whence she travelled by bus to New York, breaking her journey to view major galleries. She had intended to paint in the United States of America, but disliked the work of contemporary American artists and sailed for France. In 1938 she was based in Paris, taking advantage of Atyeo's contacts within the avant-garde. She studied at the Académie Colarossi, the Académie de la Grande Chaumière and with Andre Lhote, although by October she denounced him as a 'racketeer'. In 1939 Dyring and Atyeo settled on a farm at Vence, France; inspired by memories of Heide, they grew fruit and flowers. Sam accepted a commission to decorate a house in Dominica, West Indies, leaving Moya at Vence. Evacuated to Australia via South Africa, where she painted and searched for tribal art, she then journeyed to Dominica and married Atyeo. They were not happy, neither painted and Dyring was ill. Evatt offered Atyeo work and Dyring accompanied him to the U.S.A. She viewed art, painted occasionally and claimed to have exhibited in Washington in 1943. After World War II Evatt found Sam various postings, while Moya returned to Paris to pursue a full-time career in art. They were to be divorced in 1950. From about 1946 Dyring's art was more personal than innovative. She gained a considerable reputation among French regionalist and nationalist artists for her sympathetic appreciation of provincial scenes and life. Bernard Smith placed her in the French tradition of intimiste painters. In 1948 she leased and renovated an apartment on the Ile St Louis, which, as Chez Moya, became a centre for Australians who enjoyed her hospitality, cooking and practical assistance. She revisited Australia and exhibited in various cities in 1950, 1953, 1956, 1960 and 1963; the press carried her reports of Parisian cultural life. Dyring held a solo exhibition in London in December 1949 and was in close contact with expatriate Australians, among them Loudon Sainthill, Donald Friend...

We present you with this unique artwork, titled 'La Pétanque', which is a Provençal French in which the players have to target their balls (known as boules) towards a target ball. This artwork is an oil painting on canvas and signed by the artist, Robert Delval (1934-), and it dates back to 2006. The artist's playful use of colours, perspective, depth, and form in this artwork demonstrates the influence of the artistic styles of Henri Matisse and Pierre Bonnard, which Robert Delval saw as artistic inspirations. Robert Delval, born in 1934 in Montmartre, Paris, cultivated his artistic skills amidst the street painters of his childhood neighbourhood, drawing inspiration from books and museums. At twenty-five, he embarked on a European and American journey armed solely with brushes and notebooks. Upon returning to France, he divided his time, spending spring and summer on the Mediterranean coast and autumn and winter in Megève, selling his watercolours to passers-by, including the likes of Françoise Sagan. One of his small gouache pieces, depicting a view of the Luxembourg Garden, caught the eye of André Roussard, a Montmartre framer...

This is a large and powerful oil on toile de jute by Greek artist Daniel Panagopoulos, dit Danil, dated 1989 on the back. It’s been framed with an oak wood shadow box matching the ju...

Antique French painting from the second half of the 19th century. Oil on canvas work, first canvas, depicting a young gentleman with game of good pictorial quality. Contemporary fram...

The category antique paintings, Sea Paintings, proposed here is an oil painting on canvas, 20th century.  This is an ancient painting, depicting a Marine landscape, a stretch of rock...

Young woman posing naked, 3/4 rear, in a bucolic landscape. On the back of the canvas is painted a beautiful portrait of a woman. Lucien Henri Grangérard was born in Nancy in 1880....

Nicolas Edward Gabe (Paris, 1814-1865) Blind man's bluff Oil on canvas, cm L 72 x W 58 (without frame); with frame cm H 98 x W 84 x D 8 The painting, made in oil on canvas, depicts s...

A light-grey, green vintage Mid-Century modern French " Petite Église " oil on canvas painting of a sunny day in a city, town painted by Daniel Clesse in good condition. The painting...

This richly detailed painting of a Greek goddess in Classical robes, standing atop a flight of steps with two heavily veiled attendants below, was made by François-Louis Schmied, one...

The antique paintings Still Life with Hydrangea Flowers proposed here is an oil painting on canvas of the 1970s Del Novecento and dresses with a beautiful gilt frame coeval to the pa...

We present you with this unique artwork, titled 'Les Ombelles', meaning 'umbels' in English. It is an oil painting on canvas and signed by the artist, Robert Delval (1934-). It dates back to 2010, making it a very contemporary piece. The artist's playful use of colours, perspective, depth, and form in this artwork demonstrates the influence of the artistic styles of Henri Matisse and Pierre Bonnard, which Robert Delval saw as artistic inspirations. Robert Delval, born in 1934 in Montmartre, Paris, cultivated his artistic skills amidst the street painters of his childhood neighbourhood, drawing inspiration from books and museums. At twenty-five, he embarked on a European and American journey armed solely with brushes and notebooks. Upon returning to France, he divided his time, spending spring and summer on the Mediterranean coast and autumn and winter in Megève, selling his watercolours to passers-by, including the likes of Françoise Sagan. One of his small gouache pieces, depicting a view of the Luxembourg Garden, caught the eye of André Roussard, a Montmartre framer...

Flowers artwork, antique oil painting, floral vase painting which represents Dahlias and Chrysanthemums. The painting has a gold leaf  frame realised in the 1800s. The oil on canvas...

Painting My Vexin on Canvas, oil on canvas, with solid oak frame. Exceptional and unique paint. Canvas dimensions : L170xH200cm.

This eye-catching marine painting depicts a sailboat in a stormy sea, probably during a race off the coast of Brittany or Normandy. The dark, menacing sky is beautifully painted as i...

A 19th century French Louis XVI style trumeau mirror with a sepia toned oil painting depicting a pastoral courtship scene. Pale green painted pine frame with gilded border trim. Orig...

Wonderful triptych of oil on canvas representing still lifes by Gaston Noury. The wooden frames have been entirely gilded and the paintings cleaned and restored by our craftsmen, in...

Framed still life painting of oranges and dates, oil on board. Signed by R. Lasserre.

A painting of an open-air flower market at the Place de La Madeleine in Paris, with the neoclassical cathedral of Sainte Madeleine in the corner. A Post Impressionism painting titled '1930' and dated on the back frame. 'F Clave' is signed at the bottom of the canvas. Mounted in a wooden frame. Canvas: 46 x 39 cm Francois Claver...

La categoria quadri antichi, Quadri Mare propone un tratto di Costa Azzurra con una Barca Bianca.  L'opera rappresenta una marina, uno scorcio di costa rocciosa del mare Mediterraneo...

Evariste Vital Luminais (1821 - 1896) "Hunters of the 16th century" Imposing Oil on canvas signed lower left Numerous exhibition labels including the Universal Exhibition in Chicag...

Georges Manzana-Pissarro is the son of famous artist Camille Pissarro, exotic scenes and culture deeply inspire him. This painting is charcoal on paper, inspired by Gauguin.

An 18th century French Louis XVI style trumeau mirror with a large oil painting depicting The Abduction of Deianira after Guido Reni. Gilded wood frame with bright gilt finish is in ...

Charles Levier born of a French Father and American mother. He was was active/lived in New York, California / United Kingdom, France and is known for landscape, still life and figura...

Théophile Soyer (French, 1853-1940) Madonna enamel on copper monogram lower right: “TS" A convex copper plaque with enamel paint in original bronze frame. plaque 6 ¼ inches wide ...

Oil on canvas, Painting by Evelyne Luez, XXth Century. Oil on canvas, painting by Evelyne Luez, unsigned, XXth Century.     h: 55cm , w: 46cm, d: 2cm

Painting of an African Mask by Yves Farbos. Painting on cardboard of an African mask, signed by the artist Yves Farbos, 98, XXth century.     h : 46cm , w : 33cm, d: 0,5cm

This is a beautiful antique French landscape! The color palette of this piece is light and vibrant with green and blue hues mixing with softer brown and yellow. In the forefront of t...

Charles Levier born of a French Father and American mother. He was was active/lived in New York, California / United Kingdom, France and is known for landscape, still life and figura...

Contemporary French artist Anne Goujaud was born in September 1954. She has exhibited in numerous galleries throughout France. And been part of collective exhibits throughout Europe....

Olivier Herdies (1906-1993), listed French artist. Oil on paper mounted on board. Abstract composition. From the 1960s/70s. In perfect condition. Picture dimensions: W 59.0 cm x H 46...

Contemporary French artist Anne Goujaud was born in September 1954. She has exhibited in numerous galleries throughout France. And been part of collective exhibits throughout Europe....

Once installed architecturally in a chateau in Normandy, France, this large pair of overdoors was painted in the 1700s and executed in a technique known as verdaille. Verdaille utilizes various shades of green to achieve a mesmerizing monochromatic effect. This technique’s rich history traces back to the 12th century when it was initially employed to create stained glass for Cistercian monasteries, where colorful art was prohibited, making these overdoors not only aesthetically captivating but also a piece of living art history. Interestingly, there is a hand-written transport note on the back of one of the overdoors (see detail photo) that mentions the paintings were to be shipped to a Madame DeFrance in Paris, at the rue St. Honore corner of la rue Dufour (freight pre-paid). These exquisite pieces are encompassed by wood frames adorned with lavish foliate carvings, beautifully painted in a soothing French gray hue. Each overdoor encapsulates a unique musical scene that transports you to the heart of 18th-century Europe. In the first painting, a man plays the uilleann pipe, a unique instrument with a bellow-driven mechanism that distinguishes it from a bagpipe. The musician has quite an audience, as two women, one cradling a sheep, and four more sheep next to a dog have gathered nearby. In the second painting, witness a captivating moment of courtship as a gentleman kneels before a woman with a tambourine in her hands. He presents a long woodwind instrument, possibly a carnyx, while a faithful dog rests nearby amidst a backdrop of gardening tools. These stunning French verdaille overdoors were once part of a themed boiserie room (most likely green in color and centered around music). They can once again be used to create a theme above a pair of interior doors or they can be hung as a unique set of artwork.

French, 19th century. A fine quality 19th century French miniature painting of beautiful lady. The oval painting is housed under a domed gla...

A beautiful painting depicting Mother Mary. Oil paint on canvas. Beautiful understated performance. Atmospheric and striking. The painting is signed and dated A. Ledoux 1924. Dimens...

Large framed oil on canvas representing a woman and her child walking on a path in the undergrowth In the foreground, guinea fowl are having fun on the path, close to the house and t...

We present you this incredibly alluring artwork, titled 'Square des Batignolles.' It is an oil painting on canvas and signed by the artist, Robert Delval (1934-). It dates to 2012, making it a very contemporary piece. The artist's playful use of colours, perspective, depth, and form in this artwork demonstrates the influence of the artistic styles of Henri Matisse and Pierre Bonnard, which Robert Delval saw as artistic inspirations. Robert Delval, born in 1934 in Montmartre, Paris, cultivated his artistic skills amidst the street painters of his childhood neighbourhood, drawing inspiration from books and museums. At twenty-five, he embarked on a European and American journey armed solely with brushes and notebooks. Upon returning to France, he divided his time, spending spring and summer on the Mediterranean coast and autumn and winter in Megève, selling his watercolours to passers-by, including the likes of Françoise Sagan. One of his small gouache pieces, depicting a view of the Luxembourg Garden, caught the eye of André Roussard, a Montmartre framer...

Édouard Toudouze (French, 1848-1907) "A Threatened Shower" oil on board board: 10 ½ by 14 inches frame: 21 ½ by 24 ½ inches

Bring the outdoors in with this beautiful painting of the French countryside. The lush greenery and scenic pond is a great way to add a fresh and soothing element into your home!

This stunning oil painting from the early 20th century depicts a beautiful French canal scene with incredible detail and skill. The artist, Fernando Jean Luigini, known for their im...

Painting on colored wood, circa 1960. Aesthetic, this painting does not lack beauty and character. It will be perfect in a current decoration, alone or combined with other paintings...

Add a costal element to your walls with this beautiful 1920's French oil painting. The highly detailed depiction of the ship drifting gently along the water is an especially great fi...

Stunning watercolor "Bouquet of Peonies" executed by Madeleine Renaud in the 1950s,the author demonstrates great skill in the use of colors, the various shades of blue purple and gre...

1890 Handmade Antique French Tapestry Large Tapestry Verdure 10x11 303cm x 336ccm "This is an outstanding very large antique French tapestry- This room size piece incorporates imp...

This is a very large and graphic oil on wood panel by French artist Yves Plantevin, signed Y.Plantevin and dated 1974 in the lower right corner. It’s been framed with a black shadow ...

Oil on canvas 13 by 16 in. W/frame 20 by 23 ½ in. Provenance: Mme Emile Dupuis collection, Fontainebleau

Monique Beucher (1934), French artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. Colorful palette. 1980s. In perfect condition. Exhibited at "La Galerie" 67 rue Saint André des Arts, Pari...

Émile Renard (French, 1850-1930) A Fine and Charming Oil on Canvas "A Good Poker Hand", depicting a joyous seated man, smoking a pipe, showing his Poker h...

We present you this charming piece, titled 'Nu et verdure fond rouge', which translates to 'nude and greenery on red background' in English. An oil painting on canvas, it is signed by the artist, Robert Delval (1934-) and dated 2008. The use of colours, perspective, depth, and form in this artwork demonstrates the influence of the artistic styles of Henri Matisse and Pierre Bonnard, which Robert Delval saw as artistic inspirations. Robert Delval, born in 1934 in Montmartre, Paris, cultivated his artistic skills amidst the street painters of his childhood neighbourhood, drawing inspiration from books and museums. At twenty-five, he embarked on a European and American journey armed solely with brushes and notebooks. Upon returning to France, he divided his time, spending spring and summer on the Mediterranean coast and autumn and winter in Megève, selling his watercolours to passers-by, including the likes of Françoise Sagan. One of his small gouache pieces, depicting a view of the Luxembourg Garden, caught the eye of André Roussard, a Montmartre framer...

The antique paintings category, Sea Paintings proposes a stretch of the French Riviera.  The work depicts a marina, a glimpse of the rocky coastline of the Mediterranean Sea, painted...

Porcelain Boston bull terrier portrait mounted in its original frame with stand. Signed on the front, Helen, 46.

We offer for sale this Semi Nude painting of a Parisian Harlequin Dimensions H 110cm x W 78cm Oil painting on Canvas of Mme Paris Signed by the a...

Wonderfully romantic still life with poppies, daffodils, and daisies set within an ironstone pitcher. Pears to the side. Signed illegibly upper left.

Emile Aubry, France, 1932 documentation, comparable with a similar work - catalogue "Salon des Independents" Paris from 1932 Muse´e des Beaux-Arts, Pau, Be´arn, Pyre´ne´es-Atlantique...

This is a beautiful little antique painting. Lots of pretty hues scattered throughout this pastoral scene! Rolling hills topped with trees in the prime of summer, give way to what ap...

This vintage painting on Masonite of a blue harlequin, in homage to Pablo Picasso, is a beautifully framed art piece. The soft palette and antique frame are truly breathtaking. This ...

French artist. Oil on board. Modernist still life with flowers in a pitcher on a table. Dated 1983. Signed with a monogram. In perfect condition. Dimensions: W 88.0 cm x H 98.0 cm. T...

Monique Beucher (1934), French artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. Colorful palette. From the 1980s. In excellent condition. Exhibited at "La Galerie" 67 rue Saint André des...

This magnificent 19th-century painting depicts the first act of the Christian journey, the Judgment of Jesus Christ by Pontius Pilate. It stands out as an exceptional work due to its...