Marcel Arnaud (1877-1956) Intimate Painting Portrait Of A Man Of Quality At His Desk 1917

Dated 1917 and signed by the famous Aix painter, disciple of Cézanne, this oil on canvas represents a quality man sitting at his desk writing, a notable Aixois, perhaps a notary at his desk. Beautiful muted colors and small bright touches that bring out the features of the face characterize this beautiful interior painting. On the frame, the hallmark of the manufacturer / supplier of the frame and undoubtedly of the canvas, the house of Lefranc et Cie. Good condition. Cracks. No uprising. Not re-lined, on its canvas and original key frame. It is mounted in a very beautiful frame with closed corners in stucco wood gilded with leaf with very relief decoration of acanthus leaves, in good condition. Table unfortunately faded by the reflections of the photo, much more beautiful in reality. Dimensions (8 F format): Height: 46 cm and 61 cm with its frame width: 38 cm and 52 cm with its frame I will not present more Marcel Arnaud, famous painter of the Provencal school, except to remind that he rubbed shoulders with the great artists of his time such as Paul Cézanne, that he was a professor at the Aix-en-Provence School of Fine Arts before becoming its director from 1917 to 1946 and that he also became curator of the Granet Museum. Obviously, it is listed in Bénézit as well as in the Alauzen Dictionary, Dictionary of painters and sculptors of Provence. Do not hesitate to consult the notices which are devoted to it as well as Wikipedia. Many other objects to discover in my stand at the antique fairs in which I participate. Follow my gallery to be informed of news and to know the dates of the next Trade Shows ... Any questions? I remain at your disposal. Do not hesitate to call me or send me a message. I will answer you with great pleasure.