Table Still Life Sign Maurice Léonard 1899-1971

French work, early 20th century Oil painting on canvas representing a still life by the famous painter Maurice Léonard (1899-1971). Work in its original frame having not undergone any restautations Maurice Léonard had garnered several awards: Silver medal of the salon of French artists in 1922, Roger Goyon Prize in 1936 Prize of the friendly landscapers in 1936 Laureate of the international exhibition and gold medal for French artists in 1937. And many other awards. Many brightly painted subjects painted in Brittany, but also in North Africa, figure. Leonardo's work is distinguished by a solid construction reconciling a skilful search for colors, lines and shapes. The liveliness of his line, the richness of his animations give life and movement to his compositions imbued with gaiety. Grandson of a painter and theater designer, Maurice Léonard was also the nephew of Pierre Montezin, of whom he was also a student at the Beaux-Arts in Paris. It was around 1923 that he discovered Brittany and his work includes many paintings of Breton inspiration, landscapes of the Locquirec region, scenes of fishing ports ...