Bidspirit auction | Michel Delacroix (French, Born 1933)

Michel Delacroix (French, Born 1933) - MICHEL DELACROIX (FRENCH BORN 1933) OIL ON BOARD. Michel Delacroix (French, Born 1933) Hotel du depart (The Hotel of Departure) 2001 The richly colored Paris cityscape in French 'naif' style is signed by the artist lower left front and titled verso. Naif (or naive) style painting was a French tradition defined by its sophisticated, skillful, lighthearted and deliberate approach to making pictures. This work is an outstanding example filled with visual anecdotes and palpable atmosphere. A nighttime glow warms the palette. Three floating street lamps lead they eye to a distant lighted facade; detail abounds. The title is an interesting play on words that reads as Hotel of Departure or The Hotel You Depart , carrying a host of possibilities for the viewer. Michel Delacroix was an academically trained artist who studied traditional painting at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts before developing his own distinct style. His works have been exhibited internationally in Europe, the United States (over 300 exhibitions), and Japan; and are found in public institutions throughout France, including national and municipal collections. Board measures 13.75 x 10.75with a framed size of 19.5 x 16.25 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Board measures 13.75 x 10.75with a framed size of 19.5 x 16.25 inches. Condition Very good condition. There are no issues of scratches, losses, repairs, in-painting or touch-up, as confirmed under UV light examination.