Bidspirit auction | Antoine Knibily Flowers in Vase

Antoine Knibily Flowers in Vase Painting - Item/Description: Signed oil on canvas painting of a floral bouquet in a tall vase by renowned French Post-War and Contemporary artist, Antoine Knibily (b. 1920). Thick impasto brush strokes. Beautiful soft pastel hues. Impressionist. Lush bouquet of wild flowers in a vase. Artist signed lower left: Antoine. Gilt wood frame. Hanging hardware. Antoine Knibily was born in Colmar (Alsace) in 1920. A deeply religious person, he began his life as a priest and moved to Chile to live and work amongst the most impoverished population. After experiencing the ”complete exhaustion of his nerves, ” Knibily moved to New York in an effort to forget about the human suffering he had witnessed. It was there where Knibily found a different path to salvation and joy: through painting. His works, with their thick brushstrokes and bold hues, are soulful, evocative and inspirational. Material: Oil on canvas, wood Dimensions: Image size: Height: 32”; Width: 24”. Framed: Height: 34 1/2”; Width: 26” Condition: Very Good. Free of rips, creases, damage. Beautifully intact, no paint loss. Age: 1980s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $90 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.