An exceptional French oil on canvas, “Feeding the Doves”, Signed and Dated by E. Munier, 1890. Émile Munier is one of the most sought after and most talented French artists of the 1800s. His works of art can be found in Stanford University, New Orleans Museum of Art, and many other important institutions and collections. This is one of his masterpieces and a must have for any Munier collection. Exceptionally hand painted in the finest oil paints in the prime of his career. During the 1890s Munier continued to paint peasant, mythological and religious subjects; he also portrayed animals, scenes depicting fishing, landscapes and seascapes. Many of his works featured his children as his models, particularly his daughter. The size and quality of this oil on canvas are second-to-none. Oil on canvases at this size usually depreciate in quality, however, Munier is an expert artist and his works of art are always extremely life-like and painted with exceptional care and perfection. The painting is found in its original perfect condition giltwood frame, all hand carved and finished in 24-karat gold.
France, 1890.
France, 1890.
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Creator:Emile Munier(Artist)
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Dimensions:Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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Style:Belle Époque(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:CanvasGiltwoodGiltHand-Painted
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Place of Origin:France
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Period:1890-1899
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Date of Manufacture:1890
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:New York, NY
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Reference Number:Seller: LU919521540352
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