Bidspirit auction | Marcel Mouly Oil on canvas

Marcel Mouly Oil on canvas Hand signed - BAT1125/1-YSSSS Description: Les Falaises de Verre (The Glass Cliffs) Artist Name: Marcel Mouly Medium: Oil on canvas Year: 1969 Signature: Hand Signed, lower right, also signed, dated and titled on verso Image size: 35 x 46 in. Edition: Unique work by the artist Condition: Excellent - Hand Signed, lower right, also signed, dated and titled on verso. Very rare + early example of his harbour / marine scenes, long before his worldwide fame and USA gallery exhibits, Mouly exhibited at the Salon in Paris alongside Picasso and others Marcel Mouly, French, 1918-2008  “I like Picasso for form and drawing and Braque for rhythm, but Matisse remains my spiritual father” Mouly Born in Paris, Marcel Mouly was interested in drawing as a child but did not intend to make it a career. He was first sent to a drawing class as a form of punishment, but exhibited a natural artistic talent. At age 13, Mouly left school to work, first as a beach vendor, then as an apprentice to a local dentist and later for a wine merchant delivering heavy baskets of wine. In 1935, while still employed by the wine merchant, Mouly began taking night classes in the arts at French Academies, the Cours Montparnasse 80, where he remained until he served in military duty during the Second World War beginning in 1938. In 1940, during the occupation of France, Mouly returned to civilian life and, along with fellow artist Édouard Pignon, rented the Boulogne studio of famed modernist sculptor Jacques Lipchitz (1891-1973) who introduced Mouly to Cubism. Inspiration consumed Mouly as he walked the halls of the French Art academies, overwhelmed with visions of late night critiques and the history behind the pioneers of a movement. Jacques Lipchitz, the great sculptor, became his mentor and assisted with his development into cubism. During a trip to Normandy in 1942, Mouly was stopped by German officials and questioned for his lack of travel documentation, which was then required by the Vichy government. He was arrested shortly after their return to Paris, and mistakenly imprisoned as spies. During his solitary confinement, Mouly resolved that he would dedicate himself to becoming a well-known artist. Estimated Value: Low Estimate: $130,000.00 USD High Estimate: $140,000.00 USD Retail Value: $150,000.00 USD *ALL WINNING BIDS OVER $10,000.00 MUST BE PAID BY WIRE TRANSFER TERMS & CONDITIONS SUMMARY By bidding, you confirm you’ve read and agreed to all terms. All sales final—no refunds or returns. Invoices $10,000+ must be paid by wire. Payment due within 5 days. Descriptions are for reference only; items sold “as is” with no warranties. The description and condition report are provided solely for your convenience, based on information supplied by the consignor. CAA is not liable for discrepancies. BUYERS PREMIUM A 23% Buyer’s Premium will be added to all winning bids. SHIPPING All items will be shipped only to the registered address — no exceptions. BAT1125/1-YSSSS