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Oil18th Century School Painting – Unattributed French or Italian Oil on Canvas
2.400€18th Century French or Italian School Painting – Unsigned, this oil on canvas features a mystical scene with a saint and a golden halo, showcasing dramatic chiaroscuro and intricate details. The painting is in excellent condition, re-stretched, and comes from a private French collection. Further research could reveal the artist’s identity.
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FLORALAntique French Painting by Émile Boulard – Vibrant Basket of Flowers in a Rustic Countryside Setting
1.600€Original 19th-century French painting by Émile Boulard, depicting a vibrant basket of flowers set in a serene countryside setting. A must-have for art collectors seeking authentic pieces of French history.
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FLORALAntique French Painting by Jeanne Amen – Basket of Yellow and Blue Flowers
1.800€An antique painting by Jeanne Amen, featuring a basket of luminous yellow and blue flowers. This oil on canvas piece is signed by the artist and showcases her unique brushwork. The painting is in good condition, with minor paint loss in some areas. Jeanne Amen is an increasingly recognized female artist from the 19th century.
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FLORALAntique French Painting by Jules Leroy (1833-1865) – Still Life with White and Yellow Roses
3.200€Antique French still life painting by Jules Leroy (1833-1865), showcasing a bouquet of white and yellow roses in a pewter pitcher, set against a deep red background. Signed and in good condition.
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LANDSCAPESAntique French Painting by Paul Désiré Trouillebert – River Scene with Fishermen in Bucolic Setting
3.400€Original 19th-century French painting by Paul Désiré Trouillebert, depicting a serene river scene with fishermen and a picturesque bridge. A signed oil on wood that embodies the tranquility of rural France.
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LANDSCAPESAntique Painting by Jules Joets – Sunset Over a Tranquil Waterscape, 1910
2.400€A tranquil waterscape at sunset by Jules Joets. This 1910 oil on wood painting features a warm, colorful sky reflecting on the water, with calm vegetation and water lilies. Signed and dated by the artist in the lower left corner, it is in good condition.
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LANDSCAPESAntique Painting by Narcisse Guilbert (1878-1942) – The Seine at Bordes with Rich Skies and Moored Boat
5.200€Original early 20th-century painting by Narcisse Guilbert, depicting the Seine at Bordes with rich, vibrant skies and a moored boat. A fine example of the École de Rouen’s influence on French landscape painting.
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LANDSCAPESAntique Painting by Victor Guillemin – Bucolic Landscape of the Doubs River (1831-1906)
8.600€Original 19th-century painting by Victor Guillemin, depicting the Doubs River in a lush, bucolic landscape. A fine example of Guillemin’s mastery in capturing the natural beauty of Franche-Comté.
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LANDSCAPESAntique Sunrise Landscape Painting by Louis Blanchard Florane (1869-1939) – Oil on Canvas
1.200€Antique oil painting by Louis Blanchard (Florane) (1869-1939), featuring a vibrant sunrise landscape by a river. The painting showcases early morning colors reflected in calm water, with numerous trees and a beautifully captured atmosphere. Signed and dedicated to Charles Lemoine, this piece is in excellent condition along with its frame.
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LANDSCAPESAntique Sunset Landscape Painting by Francisco Blasco (1864-?) – Oil on Canvas
600€Antique oil painting by Francisco Blasco (1864-?), depicting a tranquil sunset scene with two figures by the water’s edge. The painting features a calm, reflective water surface, lush vegetation, and a serene atmosphere. It is in need of some restoration but remains a beautiful example of Blasco’s work. Signed in the bottom right corner, this piece is perfect for collectors of antique landscapes.
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Antique Sunset Landscape Painting by Francisco Blasco (1864-?) – Oil on Canvas (Copy)
600€Antique oil painting by Francisco Blasco (1864-?), depicting a tranquil sunset scene with two figures by the water’s edge. The painting features a calm, reflective water surface, lush vegetation, and a serene atmosphere. It is in need of some restoration but remains a beautiful example of Blasco’s work. Signed in the bottom right corner, this piece is perfect for collectors of antique landscapes.
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CITYSCAPESDaily scene in an Alpine village by Albert Lugardon
370€This is the original Albert Lugardon’s Daily scene in an Alpine village painting, dated back to the 19th.
Authentic French Oil Paintings | 16th-20th Century
We specialize in selling authentic French antique oil paintings, offering collectors and art enthusiasts a gateway into France’s rich artistic traditions. Our collection spans major artistic movements, including Mannerism, Baroque, Classicism, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, Symbolism, Impressionism, Fauvism, and Expressionism. Each painting embodies the evolution of European fine art and offers an opportunity to own a piece of history.
Our Collection of French Oil Paintings
We offer a diverse selection of period-specific and thematic oil paintings sourced from private collections, estate sales, and distinguished French galleries.
- Mannerism (1520-1580)
Characterized by elongated forms, complex compositions, and dramatic gestures.
A movement that followed the High Renaissance, emphasizing artistic virtuosity and tension.
Works influenced by Rosso Fiorentino and Jean Cousin the Elder.
- Baroque (1580 – Early 18th Century)
Dramatic compositions, rich contrasts of light and shadow, and themes of religion, mythology, and nobility.
Renowned artists include Nicolas Poussin and Georges de La Tour.
- Classicism (1660-1715) & Rococo (1730-1760)
Classicism emphasized harmony, structure, and grandeur, while Rococo focused on ornate elegance and pastel color palettes.
Features include mythological and aristocratic subjects.
Artists such as Charles Le Brun, Jean-Honoré Fragonard.
- Neoclassicism (1750-1830) & Romanticism (Late 18th Century-1850)
Neoclassicism revived Greek and Roman ideals, focusing on order, symmetry, and heroic themes.
Romanticism emphasized emotion, nature, and dramatic storytelling.
Key artists include Jacques-Louis David and Eugène Delacroix.
- Realism & Naturalism (Mid-19th Century – 1900)
Focused on ordinary people and everyday life, moving away from idealized subjects.
Artists such as Gustave Courbet and Jean-François Millet captured the realism of rural and urban life.
- Symbolism (1866-1920) & Impressionism (1874-1886)
Symbolism introduced dreamlike, mystical themes, while Impressionism revolutionized art with vibrant colors and fleeting moments.
Key figures: Gustave Moreau, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas
- Fauvism (1903-1910) & Expressionism (Early 20th Century)
Fauvism brought bold, unnatural colors, while Expressionism explored emotional depth and abstraction.
Featured artists: Henri Matisse, Maurice de Vlaminck.
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✔ Expertly Curated Selection: We handpick pieces that blend aesthetic appeal with investment value, offering a collection of exceptional quality.
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