19th century oil painting - A. Fontaine
19th century oil painting - A. Fontaine
Original oil painting on canvas - c. late 19th century
Viewings welcome - please contact Cal to arrange an appointment.
About the artwork
An exceptionally vibrant original oil painting of chrysanthemums, estimated late 1800s. The movement of the flowers contrasts beautifully with a charmingly naiive vase and table.
Year: c. late 19th century
Canvas size: 56cm x 38cm
Framed size: 69cm x 52cm
Signature: Signed by the artist “A. Fontaine”
Detailed Condition: The canvas has been patched on the reverse in three places and the painted surface retouched in those areas. Mild craquelure to the painted surface, which do not detract form the stunning vibrancy of the artwork.
Framing: Decorative hand-finished frame in keeping with the style of the painting.
Delivery: Collect from the shop or contact Cal to arrange specialist art handlers.
About the artist
The artist A. Fontaine has no online record. However, the verso of the artwork presents a stamp from “Moirinat, Paris”, a renowned high-quality art shop located in the Faubourg Saint Honoré from 1864 to 1923. This allows us to estimate the age of the painting.
