"Solitude in the Jardin de Luxembourg" by Élisée Maclet (circa 1930s)

'Solitude in the Jardin de Luxembourg', oil on board, by Élisée Maclet (circa 1930s). Immerse yourself in the serene and evocative beauty of Élisée Maclet's artwork. This exquisite oil painting captures the tranquil essence of a Parisian park with its empty chairs gazing contemplatively into a tree-lined path, inviting viewers to experience a moment of quiet reflection amidst the bustling city of Paris. Élisée Maclet, celebrated for his vibrant expressionist style, masterfully uses vivid colours and bold brushstrokes to bring the scene to life. The lush greenery and the iconic Parisian park chairs are rendered with an emotive intensity that is characteristic of Maclet's work, making this piece a quintessential example of his unique artistic vision. The Jardin de Luxembourg, with its historic charm and timeless beauty, serves as the perfect backdrop, enhancing the painting's allure and appeal. This artwork not only captures a picturesque moment but also conveys a deeper sense of peace and solitude, making it a captivating addition to any collection. The artwork is in good overall condition and has been newly framed with a French-style linen slip. It is signed by the artist in the lower right hand. Please enjoy the many photos with this listing. 

Dimensions with frame:

H 61.5 cm / 24.2"

W 51 cm / 20.1"

Dimensions without frame:

H 49.5 cm / 19.5"

W 39 cm / 15.4"

About the Artist: Élisée Maclet (1881-1962) - Maclet was born the son of a gardener and a laundress in Picardy. His family was poor and he began work very young as an assistant to his father. Picardy is renowned for its roses, and Maclet used to say that he was born among cabbages and roses. His artistic talent became evident very early on. In spite of paternal opposition, in 1906 Maclet gave up gardening for art and moved to Montmartre, where while painting he supported himself with a variety of casual work (varnishing iron bedsteads, decorating the floats for the gala nights at the Moulin Rouge, washing dishes or opening oysters in restaurants). In a short time Maclet won a circle of admirers. The art dealer, Dosbourg, bought his work, which gave him a fairly reliable source of income and enabled him to devote more time than ever to his art. From Montmartre he launched out into the suburbs of Paris, painting them with the same affection with which he treated the scenes of Montmartre. In 1923 Maclet entered into a contract with a wealthy Austrian manufacturer, Baron von Frey, a condition of which was that he should leave Paris for the south of France, as the Baron sensed that Maclet would know how to handle the brilliant light and intense colours of the Midi. When he made sporadic visits to Paris during his years in the south of France, the painters of Montmartre and Montparnasse considered him a painter on the rise, but the public remained indifferent. In 1957 a Parisian gallery organized a retrospective exhibition of Maclet's work, and the solid rise in the prices of his paintings dates from that retrospective exhibition. The artist had reached the state wherein his work was soundly established across the years.