Painting “woman Reading” Signed Claude Firmin, 1892

Oil painting on canvas, signed lower left by Claude Firmin (1864-1944), an Avignon painter known for his intimate scenes and his talent for depicting moments of everyday life. This work, dated 1892, depicts a woman absorbed in her reading, lit by an oil lamp. Firmin's play of light and vibrant touches give this scene a warm atmosphere. The details of the face, the book and the surrounding objects bear witness to the care taken in this composition. Characteristics • Artist: Claude Firmin (1864-1944) • Title: Woman reading • Technique: Oil on canvas • Date: 1892 • Signature: Signed lower left • Dimensions (without frame): 24 x 17 cm • Dimensions (with frame): 30 x 38 cm • Frame: Modern, sober, which enhances the work. State of conservation The canvas is well preserved, with some visible cracks, typical of works from this period. The modern, discreet and elegant frame protects the work while emphasizing its strength. About Claude Firmin A student of Paul Saïn, Claude Firmin devoted his art to the representation of scenes from daily life, highlighting luminous atmospheres and characters charged with emotion. A sober and evocative piece, perfect for lovers of Provençal or 19th century art.