Bidspirit auction | Paul Cauchie Figurative Gouache Painting

Paul Cauchie Figurative Gouache Painting - Auguste Paul Cauchie (Belgian, 1875-1952). Gouache on paper painting depicting a woman in profile with a cigarette resting lightly between her fingers. Signed along the lower right Sight; height: 32 3/4 in x width: 26 1/2 in. Framed; height: 37 1/4 in x width: 31 in x depth: 1 in. Condition: The colors are bold and bright. There is a small tear along the upper left quadrant. Undulation to the sheet. Small areas of craquelure, particularly along the figure's head and hair. Framed under glass. Wear to the frame, including a small loss along the upper right corner.