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Lot 0138: FRENCH STILL LIFE OIL PAINTING ATTR TO MARCEL DYF

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An oil on board painting attributed to Marcel Dyf, French, 1899 to 1985. The artwork depicts a Post Impressionist still life with a lush bouquet of flowers. Signed lower left. Bears a Rennes Encheres Bretagne and The Fine Art Galleries paper labels on the backside. Note: Born in Paris, Dyf moved to Arles and set up a studio painting the countryside around him. Early in his career, he exhibited at the Salon des Artistes Francais, Salon d Autumne and Salon des Tuileries. After the war, he would travel seeking inspiration but always returning home to Brittany. Taking inspiration both from the Impressionists, particularly Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and the Old Masters, his portraits expertly distilling Classical and Modern art. In 1956 he met art dealer Sir Christopher Wade in London who was instrumental in showing his work into the UK and the United States. One of a kind artwork. Modernist Paintings, European Fine Art And Wall Decor Collectibles.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Frame 23 x 19 1/2 in. Image 21 1/4 x 17 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

July 20th, 2024

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$89.60