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The painting’s blue- and grey-toned monochrome palette conveys to perfection both the coolness and peacefulness of a winter's afternoon.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile the Impressionist movement found its beginnings in France in the 19th century, the style soon penetrated the American arts scene, where the style was imbued with a spirit of patriotism and optimism. Berthelsen’s urban landscapes are the perfect example of this progression, as his paintings of the urban landscape exude a hopefulness and beauty in each impressionistic stroke.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBorn in Copenhagen in 1883, Berthelsen moved to New York City in 1920, at which time he began to paint these iconic cityscapes. His works exhibit a perceptive sensitivity to shifting environmental elements, including weather, light and atmosphere. 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Following World War I, the French government was destitute. The cost of the Great War had been tremendous not only in lives lost but also in terms of infrastructure and finances. To reclaim its place as a great power on the world stage, France needed funds to reconstruct its key industries, and quickly. Thus, the government turned to one of the most famous French artists of the day - Raoul Dufy - to create this gouache on paper to advertise the country's war bonds.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The extraordinary work represents Dufy's own sense of patriotic duty. Entirely unique in his oeuvre, it is clear that Dufy wished to create something truly special to help his war-torn country. The artist deftly captures the industry of France in the colorful composition, showcasing bridges, buildings, ships and other key elements of the country's infrastructure to evoke the viewers' pride, patriotism and willingness to help. 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Dufy's exceptional composition appealed to his countrymen's sense of patriotism, duty and pride, resulting in one of the most successful war and reconstruction funding campaigns of the modern age. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Aside from its historic importance, the work is exemplary of Dufy's highly modern and distinctive style. The dynamism of the scene is perfectly translated through the artist's vivacious experiments in color and movement. He combines bold and spontaneous black outlines with broad areas of vivid color, creating dynamic planes that captivate the viewer. The resulting work is colorful and full of vigor, displaying the bright fluidity for which Dufy is so loved. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Le Havre, Normandy, both Dufy and his brother Jean showed a talent for drawing at an early age. He would eventually enroll in the École d'Art in La Havre, and later, the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris. After viewing Matisse's Luxe, Calme et Volupte in 1904, Dufy adopted the bright color and flat compositions of the Fauvists. By 1909, the artist sought more austerity in his painting, and he became drawn to the works of Cézanne and the Cubists. From this point forward, Dufy's compositions presented a blend of the ideals upheld by these two artistic groups. His use of bold lines and colors, dynamic brushstrokes and other painterly qualities found in his paintings are a testament to his unique Expressionist ideals. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This important work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Mme. 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Depicted from a low vantage point, the grandeur of the church is perfectly realized with Guardi's renowned eye for architectural detail in the present work. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e By the mid-18th century, Venice had become renowned as the center of production for \u003cem\u003evedute\u003c\/em\u003e, a genre of highly detailed cityscapes, or vistas. The Guardi family were arguably the genre’s greatest practitioners, and they are historically considered to be the last true painters of the Venetian School in its classical form. Both Francesco Guardi and his son Giacomo painted the San Giorgio Maggiore; Francesco’s version of the scene is currently in the collection of the Hermitage Museum (St. Petersburg). 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The present work, which captures a market in Taroudant, a city in southeastern Morocco, exemplifies the artist’s distinctive approach as he brilliantly translates the energy and atmosphere of the desert city. Pinatel’s style is impressionistic in his brushwork and handling of light and atmosphere. In the present work, he brilliantly captures the effects of the direct desert sun as it shines through the thatched roofs of the merchant’s booths onto the sand. Rendered in earth tones punctuated by jewel-like reds and blues, the palette itself has an exotic feel, as Pinatel perfectly renders the colors of the desert oasis.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While little is known of Pinatel, he did travel often to northern Africa, and his time in Morocco would have a lasting impact on his oeuvre. 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Bleekrode captures the city near dusk, lit at a dramatic angle and casting long shadows over the landscape. Unlike any other artist of our age, Bleekrode offers a fascinating rumination on architecture and the urban space with a veracity and intricacy that few other artists could achieve. \u003cem\u003eWinter Shadows, New York\u003c\/em\u003e is a truly exceptional example of his highly original compositions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Dutch artist was born in 1986 and only recently pursued a full-time career as an artist. As a child around the age of 10, Bleekrode began his pursuit of perfecting the cityscape, creating birds-eye perspective drawings of architecture in pencil. In 2002, he traded pencil for ink, and around that same time fell under the influence of the works of American artist Edward Hopper. Hopper's desolate and thought-provoking artworks inspired Bleekrode's first full-scale cityscape. 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The subject is the historic Église de la Sainte-Trinité in the heart of Paris’ 9th arrondissement on a blustery fall day. Lefort depicts the historic thoroughfare at the height of the day, as vehicles and pedestrians alike traverse streets under the golden glow of the afternoon sun. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Lefort masterfully renders the imposing facade of Sainte-Trinité against a blue sky punctuated by billowing clouds. Built under the reign of Emperor Napoleon III, Sainte-Trinité’s ornate exterior towers over the square and city streets, bustling with cars and pedestrians alike. The artist’s attention to detail and effusive brushstrokes heighten the highly dynamic cityscape. The setting chosen by Lefort offered a wealth of inspiration to artists throughout history, including Impressionist master Pierre-Auguste Renoir, who rendered his \u003cem\u003ePlace de la Trinité\u003c\/em\u003e in 1875.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Bordeaux, Jean-Louis Lefort completed his artistic studies in Paris, where he initially gained prominence as a watercolor painter of the iconic urban landscape. Lefort exhibited widely in Paris, including at the Salon des Artistes Indépendants and the Salon of the Société des Aquarellistes Français, of which he was a committee member. Also counted as a Chevalier in the prestigious Légion d’Honneur, Lefort’s work remains prized among private collectors. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  20th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 32“ high x 25 3\/4” wide\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 42“ high x 35 1\/2” wide x 3 1\/4“ deep","brand":"M.S. 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His early works focused on landscapes of the Paris region and Normandy starting from 1875, later shifting back to Provence, where he depicted Martigues and its environs, often referred to as the \"Little Venice of Provence.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He exhibited at the \u003cem\u003eSalon des Artistes Français\u003c\/em\u003e from 1880 to 1932, receiving recognitions such as the Raigecourt-Goyon Prize in 1893 and a bronze medal at the Universal Exhibition in 1900. In 1903, he was honored as a Knight of the Legion of Honor. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Allègre's works are featured in prominent museums and monuments including the Musée Cantini and the Museum of Fine Arts in Marseille, the Museum of Brou in Bourg-en-Bresse, the Museum of the Old Marseille, the Museum of Fine Arts in Rouen, Seine-Maritime and the Museum of Aix-en-Provence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa late 19th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 24\" high x 28 1\/8\" wide (60.96 x 71.44 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 32 3\/8\" high x 37 3\/4\" wide x 3 1\/2\" deep (82.23 x 95.89 x 8.89 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e G. M. Lotinga Ltd, London\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, UK\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Demonstrating his mastery of vibrant expressionism, \u003cem\u003eAmerican Cancer\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling composition that also reveals the influence of Condo’s illustrious circle of friends and mentors, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring and Andy Warhol.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This dynamic canvas is an important marker of Condo's New York City roots. Painted in 1981, the work dates from the period when Condo famously worked with Warhol at The Factory, while rising in the ranks of the bustling East Village art scene. Like his fellow artistic luminaries, Condo worked to capture the essence of his historical moment—a period of great social and political transformation that was at the same time bursting with new artistic energy. Coining the term “artificial realism” for his unique style, Condo used an energetic bravado, saturated color palette and feverish brushwork to capture the sensation of American life as he knew it, all evident in this electric composition.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like his friend Basquiat, Condo became known for his bold visual language that weaves a kaleidoscope of jazz, pop culture and art history into engrossing compositions. \u003cem\u003eAmerican Cancer\u003c\/em\u003e exudes an electrifying presence, with a swirling array of figures and geometric forms coalescing into a colorful crescendo. There are recognizable references to the American flag and map, urban architecture and the traditional female nude, but Condo purposefully obscures a logical narrative to instead evoke the dizzying experience of the American metropolis. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Known for his provocative canvases and genre-defying collaborations with greats such as William S. Burroughs, Condo has created a one-of-a-kind oeuvre that knows no bounds. His iconic works are collected by major American institutions, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and he has also been the subject of several monographs and highly acclaimed retrospectives at the New Museum in New York and the Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Painted 1981 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 35 1\/4\" high x 35 1\/2\" wide (89.54 x 90.17 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 44 1\/2\" high x 44 3\/8\" wide x 1 1\/2\" deep (113.03 x 112.71 x 3.81 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To view the entire painting dossier please click: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rau-sfimages.s3.amazonaws.com\/dossier\/Dossier_31-8854.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Cancer by George Condo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Pace Gallery, New York\u003cbr\u003e M.S. 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This composition depicts the iconic Place de la Bastille on an overcast autumn evening, as the blazing lights, orange haze of the sky and damp streets create an alluring atmospheric effect. Alive with Cortès's masterfully gestural brushwork, the busy pedestrians and vehicles hum with the energy of this metropolis. Through his unique ability to portray the very essence of his city, Cortès crafts an enduring epic poem to his love, Paris. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born just outside of Paris, Cortès enjoyed a rich artistic heritage. His father, Antonio Cortès, was an artist in the circle of the Barbizon school, having moved to France after serving as a painter at the Spanish Royal Court. Cortès' elder brother and sister were also artists and followed the \u003cem\u003eplein air\u003c\/em\u003e tenets of the Barbizon style alongside their father. Other famed artists flocked to the picturesque town of Langly where Cortès was born, including Maximilian Luce, Camille Pissaro and Lucien Pissarro, among other celebrities of the Impressionist period. Personal friends of the family, these painters would have a profound influence over the young Cortès, who flourished in this richly creative environment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He exhibited his first work in 1899 at the \u003cem\u003eSociété des Artistes Francaise \u003c\/em\u003ein Paris where he was met with excellent reviews. Capturing the magic of Paris during the Belle Époque, his canvases soon garnered worldwide attention, particularly in Canada and America. Though he painted the same streets time and time again, each work is unique in its narrative, perspective and atmosphere. Just as his Parisian scenes brought him success during his lifetime, they continue to captivate art lovers today. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 20th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 17\" high x 21\" wide (43.18 x 53.34 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 29\" high x 33\" wide x 4\" deep (73.66 x 83.82 x 10.16 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Kodner Gallery, St. Louis\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, St. Louis\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Philadelphia\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Two elegantly dressed women stand in the foreground, their stunning outfits rendered with remarkable detail, each fabric texture meticulously depicted to capture the opulence of Parisian fashion. Montmartre was famed as the Bohemian epicenter, filled with dance halls, cafés and cabarets, while the broader area embodied the modernization of Paris during the Belle Époque. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Barrau captures the interplay of old and new with remarkable precision. The freshly widened streets and six-story buildings with characteristic mansard roofs frame a lively tableau of gas-lit avenues, horse-drawn omnibuses and electric trams. Tracks for the trams, visible in the foreground, underscore the era's transition into modernity. The two young women hailing a horse-drawn omnibus embody the dynamic energy of a city in motion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Barcelona, Laureano Barrau studied under Antonio Caba at the Escuela de Bellas Artes before receiving the prestigious Fortuny Pension in 1884, allowing him to refine his skills in Paris. There, he studied with Jean-Léon Gérôme, immersing himself in the academic tradition. His career flourished, earning accolades at national and international exhibitions. In 1929, he was appointed a member of the \u003cem\u003eSalon de la Nationale des Beaux-Arts de Paris\u003c\/em\u003e. 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In this vibrant street scene, the artist demonstrates his masterful ability to render both architectural specificity and the joy of celebration, preserving a moment of Parisian cultural life at the turn of the century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The particular festival represented here, Fête de Neuilly, was established in 1815 by Napoleon Bonaparte, quickly becoming one of Paris's most important annual celebrations that combined carnival attractions with patriotic displays. The composition unfolds along a tree-lined boulevard, where festival-goers promenade beneath a canopy of French flags. Galien-Laloue employs his signature perspective technique—a carefully structured recession into space that draws the viewer's eye down the avenue while simultaneously allowing for intimate observation of the diverse social tapestry on display. His distinctive palette—dominated by atmospheric blues and greens punctuated by warmer hues—creates a visual harmony that brings the scene to life. Military figures mingle with elegantly attired bourgeois couples and children, creating a microcosm of Parisian society during this period of profound social transformation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Galien-Laloue (who went by several pseudonyms, including Jacques Lievin) underwent some unconventional training as an artist. He was born in 1854 in Montmartre, the oldest of eventually nine children. His father, Charles, died when he was sixteen years old, and he left school to take a job at the local notary. Just a year later, he quit his job, faked his name and left for his military duty toward the end of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871. Upon leaving the military, he decided to become a painter, and in 1874 was employed by the French Railway lines as an illustrator, depicting the rail track that was being laid from Paris to the provinces. During this engagement, he began painting the surrounding landscapes as well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Galien-Laloue exhibited for the first time in 1876 at the Museum of Reims, and the following year he exhibited for the first time at the prestigious Paris Salon. He continued to exhibit well into the second decade of the 20th century. When World War I broke out, he was exempt from military service due to his advanced age and because he had volunteered for the Franco-Prussian War. Instead, he served as a military illustrator, faithfully recording the sights of soldiers and battle. Today, the artist's works reside in the permanent collections of the Musée des Beaux-Arts (Louviers) and the Musée des Beaux-Arts (La Rochelle). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An inscription on the frame of this work suggests that the scene depicts July 14th—Bastille Day—on the Champs-Élysées. 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A monumental masterpiece, \u003cem\u003eA Market by Candlelight\u003c\/em\u003e showcases van Schendel at his very best. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Van Schendel brings the Amsterdam night market to life in brilliant detail, even depicting the iconic St. Anthoniespoort landmark with precise accuracy in the background. Both the glowing moon and the vendors' paper-covered candles cast light across the scene, and van Schendel masterfully distinguishes between these two light sources—the moon's silvery radiance contrasting with the fiery brilliance of the candles. The young mother at the center of the work is bathed in warmth as she calmly gazes at the viewer, beckoning us into her world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Created in 1847 at the height of his international acclaim, this exceptional work was exhibited at the Royal Academy London in 1847 and was recorded in van Schendel's log books as selling for an impressive 7,000 francs. This was an astonishing sum for the time, far surpassing the annual income of most skilled tradesmen, which was around 350 francs. What's more, van Schendel's books tell us that he earned a total of 17,748 francs in 1847, meaning this incredible painting accounted for almost 40% of his annual salary that year. This remarkable financial success reflects the painting's extraordinary quality and the artist's rising status among Europe's wealthy collectors, particularly the emergent Belgian elite who favored Romantic masterworks like this one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in the Netherlands, van Schendel was a student and exhibitor at the Antwerp Academy between 1822 and 1828, beginning his career as a successful genre and portrait painter. He traveled extensively and lived in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Den Haag, finally settling in Brussels in 1845, where he would spend the remainder of his life. It was during this time of constant relocating that van Schendel perfected his nocturnal scenes. His study of the 17th-century tradition of Dutch candlelit paintings allowed him to master the technique of chiaroscuro that earned him widespread acclaim. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Van Schendel exhibited at the Salons in Amsterdam, Antwerp and Den Haag between 1827 and 1867, with exhibitions at the Salons in Brussels, Ghent and the Royal Academy in London soon after. He was awarded medals at most of these exhibitions, including a Gold Medal from the Brussels Exhibition in 1845, and his royal patrons included King Leopold I of Belgium and Willem II of the Netherlands. 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Rendered with Iwill’s signature vaporous touch, \u003cem\u003eSoir sur la Salute, Venise, la nuit\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eDogana di mare\u003c\/em\u003e offer a dreamlike vision of Venice, one bathed in the rose-tinged glow of twilight, the other in the bluish stillness of evening. They form a radiant diptych—two distinct impressions of the same city. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003cem\u003eSoir sur la Salute, Venise, la nuit\u003c\/em\u003e, soft pink and purple reflections ripple across the water’s surface, foregrounding the majestic silhouette of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute. The dome glows with a gentle orange light, diffused as if emerging from the final breath of day. Gondolas and sailboats drift through the composition, their presence understated yet vital to the painting’s tranquil rhythm. \u003cem\u003eDogana di mare\u003c\/em\u003e, by contrast, leans further into night: here, the Dogana’s elegant form emerges from a cool palette of blues and violets, its contours blurred by mist and moonlight. Together, the two paintings form a luminous dialogue, each capturing the ephemeral interplay of water, architecture, and shifting Venetian light. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A leading figure in the French art world of the late 19th century, Iwill was classically trained but embraced a deeply atmospheric approach to landscape. He adopted his pseudonym—a defiant “I will”—to affirm his determination to succeed, and indeed he did. A founding member of the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts in 1885, he became a chevalier of the Légion d’honneur in 1894. 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Hughes captures that fragility through an optical structure that, though physically solid, seems to dissolve and reform with every movement of the observer. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Constructed from meticulously joined trapezoidal and triangular wooden panels, the composition projects forward from the wall while simultaneously receding into the painted space. The artist digitally maps his imagery to match the skewed planes, then translates each surface into oil paint with flawless precision. Light, color, and shadow are orchestrated so that what should advance appears to retreat—an ingenious inversion that deceives the mind into seeing motion within stillness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hughes created his first reverse perspective work in 1964 with a life-sized room for the Institute of Contemporary Arts in London entitled \u003cem\u003eSticking-Out Room\u003c\/em\u003e, thus beginning his long fascination with perspective illusions. 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With bold, expressive brushstrokes, he conveys the essence of the Belle Époque, depicting the bustling streets illuminated by the warm glow of lanterns against the cool tones of the buildings and overcast sky. The scene is alive with movement as pedestrians and automobiles navigate the softly lit evening. Cortès’ masterful technique and keen attention to atmosphere make this work a striking tribute to the enduring allure of Paris. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Lagny-sur-Marne, France, in 1882, Edouard Léon Cortès was immersed in the artistic tradition from an early age. His father, Antonio Cortès, and his older brother, André, were both accomplished painters, providing him with a strong foundation in the craft. Additionally, he was influenced by renowned Impressionist artists such as Maximilien Luce, Camille Pissarro and Lucien Pissarro, who were close family friends drawn to Lagny-sur-Marne for its picturesque landscapes. At seventeen, Cortès furthered his studies at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His reputation quickly grew after he exhibited a striking Parisian street scene at dusk at the \u003cem\u003eSociété des Artistes Française\u003c\/em\u003e, earning him widespread recognition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e From that point forward, Cortès devoted his career to capturing the essence of Paris in his paintings. Each composition offers a distinct narrative and perspective, reflecting seasonal changes and urban development while preserving a sense of nostalgia. His evocative portrayals of Paris were highly sought after during his lifetime and continue to be prized by collectors and art enthusiasts today. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 19 1\/4\" high x 25\" wide (48.90 x 63.50 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 25 3\/4\" high x 31 1\/2\" wide x 2\" deep (65.41 x 80.01 x 5.08 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private Collection, France\u003cbr\u003e Private Collection, United States\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Depicting the famed Place de Madeleine with expressive fervor, Cortès conveys the essence of the Belle Époque, depicting the bustling streets illuminated by the warm glow of lanterns against the iconic architecture and golden sky. The scene is alive with movement as pedestrians and automobiles navigate the softly lit evening. Cortès’ masterful technique and keen attention to atmosphere make this work a striking tribute to the enduring allure of Paris. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Lagny-sur-Marne, France, in 1882, Edouard Léon Cortès was immersed in the artistic tradition from an early age. His father, Antonio Cortès, and his older brother, André, were both accomplished painters, providing him with a strong foundation in the craft. Additionally, he was influenced by renowned Impressionist artists such as Maximilien Luce, Camille Pissarro and Lucien Pissarro, who were close family friends drawn to Lagny-sur-Marne for its picturesque landscapes. At seventeen, Cortès furthered his studies at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His reputation quickly grew after he exhibited a striking Parisian street scene at dusk at the \u003cem\u003eSociété des Artistes Française\u003c\/em\u003e, earning him widespread recognition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e From that point forward, Cortès devoted his career to capturing the essence of Paris in his paintings. Each composition offers a distinct narrative and perspective, reflecting seasonal changes and urban development while preserving a sense of nostalgia. His evocative portrayals of Paris were highly sought after during his lifetime and continue to be prized by collectors and art enthusiasts today. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 17\" high x 28 5\/8\" wide (43.18 x 72.71 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 23 1\/2\" high x 35 1\/4\" wide x 2\" deep (59.69 x 89.54 x 5.08 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Acquired in Paris, 1926\u003cbr\u003e Private Collection, United States\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Here, he captures the Grand Canal, the bustling main “street” of the legendary City of Water. Dufy's avant-garde use of movement and color breathes life into the vivacious scene, which displays the bright fluidity for which he is celebrated. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Painted during an important time of his career, Dufy’s \u003cem\u003eVenise, Le Grand Canal\u003c\/em\u003e showcases a richness of color and composition. The painting was rendered with a burst of intense color, with brilliant blues layered against reds and earth tones. The artist’s daring use of unblended color reflects his association with the Fauves, a 20th-century artistic group that was famed for its bold and even aggressive use of color. Highly stylized, his subjects traverse the foreground, adding energy and dynamism to the scene. This masterpiece is exemplary of Dufy's highly original and coveted style. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Le Havre, Normandy, both Dufy and his famous older brother Raoul showed a talent for drawing at an early age. After his military service, he moved to Paris in 1912, eventually befriending key members of the French avant-garde, including Derain, Braque, Picasso and Apollinaire. For 30 years, Dufy also worked as a painter on porcelain at the famous ateliers of Théodore Haviland in Limoges, France, winning a gold medal at the International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in 1923. He frequently exhibited his painted works throughout Paris and the United States, and today they can be found in numerous museums throughout the world, including the Musée National d’Art Moderne, Centre Pompidou and the Museum of Modern Art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dated 1929 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 24 7\/8\" high x 31 1\/4\" wide (63.18 x 79.38 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 33 1\/4\" high x 39 5\/8\" wide x 2 2\/2\" deep (84.14 x 100.65 x 6.35 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Kleinmann \u0026amp; Co., New York\u003cbr\u003e Anonymous sale, Christie’s, New York, 30 May 1985, lot 85\u003cbr\u003e Jane Kahan Gallery, New York (acquired at the above sale)\u003cbr\u003e Private Collection, acquired from the above, 1989\u003cbr\u003e Anonymous sale, Christie’s, New York, 9 November 2006, lot 447\u003cbr\u003e Private Collection, The Netherlands\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Private Collection, United States\u003cbr\u003e M.S. 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Grimshaw \/ 6\/94” (lower right)\u003cbr\u003e Oil on canvas \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The iconic London Bridge glows under the moonlight in this ethereal painting by Louis Hubbard Grimshaw. The son of famed British painter John Atkinson Grimshaw, Louis Grimshaw painted in the same manner as his father, favoring highly detailed, moonlit scenes that captured the great landmarks of London with mesmerizing atmospheric effects. This extraordinary composition rivals the best works by his father, standing as one of Louis Grimshaw's most stunning masterpieces. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Grimshaw perfectly captures the nocturnal haze settling over London, revealing the artist’s impressive command of light as moonbeams and gaslamps shimmer across the rippling surface of the Thames. The skyline is punctuated by other landmarks, including St. Magnus the Martyr and the Monument to the Great Fire of London, which have been rendered with meticulous architectural details. An ode to the alluring grandeur of Victorian London at night, this exceptionally large painting embodies Louis Grimshaw at his best. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Before the death of his father in 1893, the two artists collaborated on several works, with John Atkinson painting the background and Louis painting the figures. Of all of his father's followers, Louis Grimshaw was by far the most successful, and often his works, such as this magnificent view of the London Bridge, are nearly indistinguishable from John Atkinson's canvases. Following his father's death, Grimshaw continued his career as a painter, though he eventually abandoned his art in 1905 to become a cartographer for the \u003cem\u003eManchester Guardian.\u003c\/em\u003e Thus, his works are quite rare, and those of this exceptional quality hardly ever appear on the market. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dated 1894 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 23 1\/8\" high x 41 1\/8\" wide (58.74 x 104.46 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 30 1\/4\" high x 48 1\/8\" wide x 1 3\/4\" deep (76.84 x 122.24 x 4.45 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Sotheby \u0026amp; Co., London, 3rd April 1968, lot 47\u003cbr\u003e Richard Green, London\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, UK, 1968, thence by descent\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Not only is his intricate attention to detail on display in the reflections of the water and the architectural detail, but Rico y Ortega also reveals his remarkable skill at capturing the personality and atmosphere of this iconic city in the 19th century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Rico y Ortega was born in El Escorial, Madrid, where he received his formal education at the San Fernando School. Soon after graduating, he began studying plein air composition, traveling throughout Spain for his artistic inspiration. His efforts paid off when he won a government-sponsored scholarship to study art in Paris, where he was influenced by the Barbizon School. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He traveled to Italy in 1872, where he became fascinated by the splendor of Venice. From that moment on, he spent numerous summers living in Venice, sketching buildings and landscapes from a gondola. In 1878, he won the third-place medal at the Paris Exposition Universelle and was also made an officer of the French Legion of Honor. That same year, art critic Paul Lefort wrote of Rico y Ortega in \u003cem\u003eLa Gazette des Beaux-Arts\u003c\/em\u003e: “Although a fanatic when it comes to light, and an aficionado of rare and augmented color tonalities which, in his works, resemble precious stones, he refrains from overstepping the limits of human vision.” Similar Venetian scenes by Rico y Ortega reside in prestigious collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Museum and the New Orleans Museum of Art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 19th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 16 1\/4” high x 21 1\/4” wide (41.28 x 53.98 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 29 1\/4” high x 34 3\/8” wide x 5 3\/4” deep (74.30 x 87.31 x 14.61 cm)","brand":"M.S. 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Gondoliers crowd in front of the façade of the Chiesa di Santa Maria della Visitazione, awaiting their next passenger, while larger cargo rigs are viewed in the distance. Immediately recognizable thanks to its commanding Corinthian columns, I Gesuati stands further down on the Zattere facing the Giudecca canal. The panoramic view is a stunning tribute to Venice's grand architecture and history, all captured with del Campo's distinctive attention to atmosphere and detail. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in Lima, del Campo studied in Madrid with Lorenzo Valles (1830-1910), an artist who himself worked a great deal in Italy. Del Campo exhibited his Venetian scenes at the Paris Salon in 1880 and at the Madrid Art Exhibition of 1881, after traveling extensively throughout Italy for many years. The main body of del Campo's work consists of Venetian views demonstrating a vivid palette, a comprehensive understanding of his subject and an extraordinary degree of technical mastery. His paintings are regarded among the greatest renderings of the Venetian landscape and are sought by collectors around the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dated 1899 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 13 1\/2” high x 22 7\/8” wide (34.29 x 58.10 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 28” high x 37 3\/8” wide x 5 1\/4” deep (71.12 x 94.93 x 13.34 cm)","brand":"M.S. 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Set before the neoclassical façade of La Madeleine, the scene unfolds on a damp autumn night, where lamplight shimmers across rain-slicked pavement and the movement of pedestrians, flower sellers and motorcars animates the boulevard. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The foreground is enlivened by figures gathered around carts of flowers, their vivid tones punctuating the soft palette of grays, blues and ochres. Reflections ripple across the street surface, dissolving forms into light and atmosphere. Rather than fixating on architectural detail, Cortès emphasizes sensation—the glow of storefronts, the blur of passing traffic, and the quiet intimacy of everyday Parisian life unfolding beneath an overcast sky. The result is a composition that feels immediate and timeless in its appeal. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Cortès was uniquely suited to portray Paris with such intimacy. Born just outside the city, he was immersed from an early age in a creative environment shaped by his father, Antonio Cortès, an artist associated with the Barbizon tradition. Surrounded by painters who embraced direct observation and atmospheric nuance, Cortès developed a visual language that blended realism with poetic interpretation, quickly earning the nickname of the \"Parisian Poet of Painting.\" After exhibiting to acclaim at the Société des Artistes Français in 1899, Cortès gained international recognition, particularly in North America, where collectors responded to his evocative portrayals of the Belle Époque of the City of Light. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 20th Century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 12 1\/4\" high x 17 3\/8\" wide (31.1 x 43.7 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 18 7\/8\" high x 24 7\/8\" wide x 3\" deep (50.5 x 68.2 x 7.6 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, United States\u003cbr\u003e M.S. 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In this bustling view of the Place de la Trinité, Jean-François Raffaëlli renders horse-drawn carriages, fashionable pedestrians and the grand Église de la Sainte-Trinité with remarkable beauty. The composition embodies the optimism and sophistication of bourgeois Paris during a period of profound urban and cultural transformation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Raffaëlli orchestrates the scene with confident, animated brushstrokes. A rich palette of greens, blues and warm ochres enlivens the boulevard, while intricate details, such as a wandering dog, soaring birds overhead and figures mid-stride, infuse the canvas with spontaneity. Architectural grandeur rises behind the animated street, balancing monumentality with the intimacy of everyday life. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Though never an official member of the Impressionist circle, Raffaëlli exhibited alongside them at the urging of his friend Edgar Degas in 1880 and 1881. Trained briefly under Jean-Léon Gérôme yet largely self-directed, he forged a distinctive style bridging Realism, Naturalism and Impressionism. Celebrated in his lifetime and awarded the Légion d’Honneur in 1889, Raffaëlli became renowned for his evocative depictions of modern Paris. Today, his works reside in major institutions including the Musée d’Orsay, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Art Institute of Chicago and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The authenticity of the work has been confirmed by Galerie Brame \u0026amp; Lorenceau and will be included in their forthcoming digital catalogue raisonné of the artist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1885-90 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 22 3\/4\" high x 31 3\/8\" wide (57.79 x 79.57 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 31\" high x 39 1\/2\" wide x 2 1\/2\" deep (78.74 x 100.33 x 6.35 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, New York\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, London\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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Painted with exceptional command of Neo-Impressionist color theory and techniques, this work is a radiant masterpiece of precise brushwork and exceptional luminosity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Selmersheim-Desgrange, along with her partner and fellow artist Paul Signac, was a master of the Pointillist movement. She fully embraced the avant-garde's scientific approach to color, using shortened strokes and pure hues in juxtaposition to create a visual effect not on the canvas, but in the viewer’s eye. Confident and fearless in her painting technique, the artist employs bold, complementary combinations and mosaic-like brushstrokes to perfectly evoke the brilliance of a Venetian summer day at her window. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born into a family of creatives in 1877, Selmersheim-Desgrange followed in their footsteps, beginning her career as a jewelry designer. She married the architect Pierre Selmersheim while in her 20s and subsequently made the decision to shift from the decorative arts to painting. She began training under the great Neo-Impressionist artist Paul Signac, and the two quickly fell in love. After divorcing their respective spouses, they would spend the rest of their lives together. The couple settled in a small house they called \"La Hune\" in Saint-Tropez, and its cheery garden, abundance of light and proximity to the sea informed her artistic output. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The artist became a regular exhibitor at the Paris Salon des Indépendants beginning in 1909. Her work stands as a stunning example of this highly modern movement. Selmersheim-Desgrange was included in the exhibition \u003cem\u003eNeo-Impressionism\u003c\/em\u003e at the Guggenheim Museum in New York in 1968, and her paintings can also be found in the prestigious collections of the Portland Art Museum, the Indianapolis Museum of Art and the Centre Pompidou in Paris, among others. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1930 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 24 3\/4\" high x 35 1\/4\" wide (62.9 x 89.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 32\" high x 42 1\/2\" wide x 2 1\/4\" deep (81.3 x 108 x 5.7 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Collection of the artist's family\u003cbr\u003e Thence by descent\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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He was renowned for his highly detailed and brightly colored canvases that captured iconic views of the famed City of Water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In this work, James renders the Grand Canal and the entrance to the Cannaregio Canal, which was the principal route from central Venice to mainland Italy in the 18th century. The Ponte di Cannaregio spans the famous waterway, bustling with pedestrians and gondolas that flow beneath it. The church and campanile of San Geremia, the Palazzo Labia and the Palazzo Querini detti Papozze are all included, rendered with the thoroughness and precision for which James' best works are renowned. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Though he is known to have been active in London between 1754 and 1771, very little else is known about James’ personal life. What is known is that he never left England, relying on the images of other artists to create his own, unique interpretations. A student of the London artist Samuel Scott, he was also a pupil of the great Venetian painter Canaletto, who undoubtedly had a tremendous impact on James' output. The influence of Canaletto is particularly evident in this composition, which closely resembles a painting by Canaletto that is now found in the British Royal Collection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Thanks to a British fervor for all things Italian in the 18th century, James' works gained him a great deal of attention, and he exhibited at the Society of Artists of Great Britain from 1761 to 1768 and at the Royal Academy from 1769 to 1771. He was invited to become a member of the Society of Artists in 1766. His works now belong to prestigious museums, including the Yale Center for British Art, the Royal Collection at Hampton Court and the Victoria \u0026amp; Albert Museum. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 14 1\/4” high x 24 3\/8” wide (36.2 x 61.8 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 22 1\/2” high x 32 1\/2” wide x 3 3\/8” deep (57.2 x 82.6 x 8.5 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, London\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, United States","brand":"M.S. 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Here, he renders the vista from Campo San Vio toward the Riva degli Schiavoni with assured technical mastery. Every element is carefully orchestrated, from the stately 16th-century Palazzo Barbarigo to the lively figures that animate the foreground. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like many of James’ compositions, this work draws inspiration from a comparable view by Canaletto, whose Grand Canal scene from San Vio (circa 1723–24) is now in the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. James adopts a similar vantage point and even echoes select figures, including the maiden at the balcony in the upper right. Yet where Canaletto favored restrained browns, tans and cool blues, James enlivens the architecture with a more vivid palette of crimson and deep orange. The effect is less strictly naturalistic but strikingly radiant, underscoring the artist’s distinctive interpretation of Venice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Active in London between 1754 and 1771, William James remains a somewhat elusive figure. He was a pupil of the great Venetian master Canaletto, likely assisting in his studio during the artist’s visit to England in 1754. Canaletto’s influence is evident in James’ exceptional Venetian views. Such scenes were immensely popular in the later 18th century, as increasing numbers of British gentlemen embarked on the Grand Tour and sought painted souvenirs of Italy’s splendors. James capitalized on this demand, producing accomplished views that earned him recognition in London. He exhibited at the Society of Artists of Great Britain from 1761 to 1768 and at the Royal Academy of Arts from 1769 to 1771, and was elected a member of the Society of Artists in 1766. 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An elegant ode to the city’s wintry charm, \u003cem\u003eWinter at the Plaza\u003c\/em\u003e depicts a bustling Manhattan street softened by falling snow. Horse-drawn carriages with brightly colored wheels move through the slush-lined avenue as pedestrians with umbrellas navigate the scene beneath an overcast sky. An equestrian monument anchors the composition, framed by bare winter trees and familiar urban architecture, including a distinctive pink façade. Wiggins’s loose, textured brushwork captures the haze and movement of the snowfall, lending the scene both energy and understated elegance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in New York in 1883, Wiggins was the son of noted Barbizon artist Carleton Wiggins. Under his father's tutelage, Wiggins began painting at an early age and was a frequent visitor to the Old Lyme Art Colony, the first artists' group in the nation to adopt Impressionism. It was there that he began to develop his own unique vision of this movement, earning critical acclaim early in his career. By the age of twenty, Wiggins was the youngest artist to have a work in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He earned numerous awards, including membership in the National Academy of Design and the prestigious Norman Wait Harris Bronze Medal from the Art Institute of Chicago. He became best known for his iconic wintertime cityscapes, exhibiting a perceptive sensitivity to shifting environmental elements. 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This example, the second in a limited edition of five plus two artist’s proofs, presents a rare opportunity to engage with one of Hughes’ most compelling explorations of perception and architectural fantasy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The composition evokes a dreamlike view of Venice, where the city appears to float between reality and illusion. The palazzi in the foreground are constructed from collaged photographic elements, lending a grounded sense of architectural specificity, while the lagoon, sky, reflections and distant buildings are hand-painted, dissolving into atmospheric abstraction. As the viewer shifts position, the geometric structures appear to pivot and reconfigure, heightening the sense of movement across water and stone. 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Celebrated for his nostalgic Parisian street scenes, Blanchard immortalized the city’s lively boulevards, glowing cafés and historic architecture with extraordinary beauty. This exceptional composition transports the viewer to the height of Parisian sophistication at the turn of the century. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The painting radiates with movement and atmosphere as elegantly dressed pedestrians and horse-drawn carriages animate the rain-swept boulevard beneath a luminous sky. Blanchard masterfully renders the grand façades and glittering storefronts of the Opéra district with expressive brushwork and a vibrant palette. Reflections shimmer across the wet pavement while touches of light illuminate the theater district, evoking the energy and glamour that defined Belle Époque Paris. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born Marcel Masson in 1910, Antoine Blanchard developed an early passion for art and studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Rennes before continuing his training in Paris. Deeply captivated by the city’s historic streets, he dedicated his career to preserving the beauty of old Paris through richly atmospheric paintings inspired by vintage photographs and postcards. His works remain highly sought after for their ability to evoke the elegance and nostalgia of the French capital, and today they are treasured in collections around the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mid 20th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 23\" high x 35 3\/4\" wide (58.42 x 90.8 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 31\" high x 43 1\/2\" wide x 2\" deep (78.7 x 110.5 x 5.1 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Florida\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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The masterwork celebrates both the grandeur of the city's architecture and its everyday commerce, while serving as an exceptional study of light and color. Influenced by the ideals of the Barbizon School, Ziem employs brilliant contrasts of light and shadow to animate the composition and evoke the city's luminous atmosphere. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ziem originally planned to become an architect until \"disciplinary\" problems caused him to lose his scholarship to the Académie d'architecture of Dijon in 1841. Upon his dismissal, he decided to embark on a journey to Rome on foot. It was during this time that his hobby of painting became his life's work. He executed hundreds of sketches of the lands he came across, often selling or trading them for food. No other city struck him as did Venice, with its network of waterways and outstanding architecture–he immediately fell in love. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ziem's infatuation with the city would last throughout his career and would become the subject of his most desirable and striking paintings. Several of the artist's renditions of Venice appear in the permanent collections of some of the world's most prestigious museums, including the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Art Institute of Chicago. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He would return to Venice again in 1845, this time spending three years sketching the city from nearly every possible angle. Ziem completed several paintings upon his return to France and submitted them to the 1849 Paris Salon with great success. He continued to exhibit at the Salon until 1868, then again from 1888 until his death. His work made him one of the most sought-after artists of his day, so much so that in 1864, he was honored to have Queen Victoria herself under his tutelage. In 1857, Ziem was made a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor, rising to the rank of Officer in 1878. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This work will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of Ziem’s work currently in preparation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Late 19th\/Early 20th century \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Canvas: 26 1\/4” high x 43 1\/2” wide (66.7 x 110.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003e Frame: 40” high x 56 3\/4” wide x 4 3\/4\" deep (101.6 x 144.2 x 12.1 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Provenance:\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Boston\u003cbr\u003e Private collection, Miami\u003cbr\u003e M.S. Rau, New Orleans","brand":"M.S. 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