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Cecil R. Doyly-john (British 1906-1993) Cannes Oil Painting.
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Cecil R. Doyly-john (British 1906-1993) Cannes Oil Painting.

1940 - 1960
Sold 23 September 2026 · Country Homes Antiques Stirling
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Large Cecil R. Doyly-John (British 1906-1993) - 'Mougins near Cannes, S of France', oil on canvas, signed lower right, inscribed verso, 35cm x 71.5cm, within a linen-lined wood frame. It would appear this artist's works are still rising. I wrote an article on Doyly John 5 years ago when his paintings were making £300-£500 at many auctions. I predicted a good future for collectors of his works. It would appear I was correct. Now one of the most collected artists of the 20th century. I still predict further rises in price in the next years £2,000-4000. Larger paintings being at the higher end of our expectations. With auction commissions added, we are now already over the £2,000 mark for many auctioned paintings. I know of no safer money at present than Doyly John's oil paintings.

Link to my article below. Published Feb 2020.

https://countryhomesantiques.co.uk/2020/02/02/cecil-rochfort-doyly-john/

Condition: Very good.

Date of Manufacture

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this Cannes Street Scene Painting to the 1960s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
71.5cm (28.15")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
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SA1164571
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Large Cecil R.
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Doyly-John (British 1906-1993) - 'Mougins near Cannes, S of France', oil on canvas, signed lower right, inscribed verso, 35cm x 71.
Country Homes Antiques Stirling

5cm, within a linen-lined wood frame. It would appear this artist's works are still rising. I wrote an article on Doyly John 5 years ago when his paintings were making £300-£500 at many auctions. I predicted a good future for collectors of his works. It would appear I was correct. Now one of the most collected artists of the 20th century. I still predict further rises in price in the next years £2,000-4000. Larger paintings being at the higher end of our expectations. With auction commissions added, we are now already over the £2,000 mark for many auctioned paintings. I know of no safer money at present than Doyly John's oil paintings.

Link to my article below. Published Feb 2020.

https://countryhomesantiques.co.uk/2020/02/02/cecil-rochfort-doyly-john/

Condition: Very good.

Date of Manufacture

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this Cannes Street Scene Painting to the 1960s.

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
71.5cm (28.15")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1164571
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A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. SOLD23 SEP 26
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Archive I A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. SOLD23 SEP 26

Cecil R. Doyly-john (British 1906-1993) Cannes Oil Painting.

Archive II A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. View II
Archive III A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. View III
Archive IV A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. View IV
Archive V A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. View V
Archive VI A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters. View VII
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A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters.
Cecil R. Doyly-John (British 1906-1993) Cannes Oil painting.
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A mid-century impasto oil painting depicting a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with arched buildings, market figures, and blue shutters.
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  • ObjectOil Painting
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialOil on canvas
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsImpasto palette knife texture, Arched alleyway, Mediterranean shutters, Street market figures
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 71.5 cm (28 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

This mid-century modern oil painting on canvas dates from 1960 and is signed lower right by the British artist Cecil R. Doyly-John. The multicolour palette features vibrant greens, blues, reds, and warm earth tones rendered with an impasto palette knife texture. The composition depicts a sunlit Mediterranean street scene in Cannes with an arched alleyway, street market figures, Mediterranean shutters, and climbing vegetation. The artwork is set within a linen-lined wood frame. It measures 35 cm high, 71.5 cm wide, and 6 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this oil painting suits placement above a sideboard in a living room, dining room, or hallway. The work brings a bright, sunlit coastal atmosphere to interior spaces through its textured application of oil paint and lively depiction of southern French architecture.

During the mid-twentieth century, artists frequently travelled to the South of France and the Mediterranean to capture the distinct light, vibrant coastal colours, and historic village architecture. Paintings from this era often feature expressive palette knife techniques, thick impasto, and sunlit architectural vistas.

Artists create impasto oil paintings by applying heavy, undiluted oil paint to stretched canvas or board using palette knives or stiff brushes. This technique leaves visible textures and raised ridges, adding three-dimensional quality and dynamic light reflections to the artwork surface.

Authentic pieces generally display genuine artist signatures, age-appropriate surface craquelure or natural oxidisation, and period stretchers or framing materials. Examining the reverse of the canvas for historical gallery labels, stamps, or canvas maker marks also helps confirm authenticity.

Position the painting as a focal point above low-profile furniture, such as a sideboard, credenza, or fireplace mantel. Complement the rich warm tones of the artwork with neutral wall finishes and minimalist picture lighting to highlight the impasto texture without overwhelming the space.

Keep oil paintings away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity, and direct heat sources to prevent cracking or fading. Dust the surface lightly with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding water or chemical cleaners, and consult a professional conservator for deep cleaning or restoration.
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