Les Passants contemporary painting Antique French oil painting: Portrait

Antique French oil painting: Portrait of a young woman in profile

Lush hills descend into rocky shores and we imagine the sunbathers and resting swimmers along the rock outcroppings

now revealing the presence of nails in the upper horizontal section

The ethereal backdrop and the subtly defined piece of furniture on which she rests further draw the viewer into this reflective space

Les Passants contemporary painting Antique French oil painting: Portrait20th century French School oil painting on carton board attributed to Charles Berges (1851 1941). The work has a little texture to the touch. A stunning antique village scene in muted colors. The slate greys, rust colors, and intentional blank space on the carton create a dreamy effect. We see the buildings and homes right up against the canal or river that weaves through the town. Reflections are visible in the water, and a peacefulness abounds. This