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A Beautiful Doyly-john Painting
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A Beautiful Doyly-john Painting

1940 - 1960
Description

Cecil R. Doyly-John (British 1906-1993) - depicting Ville Franche South of France

23cm h x 38cm w

Oil on canvas, signed lower right

*I’ve been told by experts in London that this is one of, if not the best natural French scene that he’s done.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Pallant Interiors has dated this Doyly John Oil Painting to the 1960s.

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SA1185306
Dealers Notes

*We have lots more in stock so please take a look at our website www.pallantinteriors.co.uk If you have any queries or would like to view this item then please call us any time on 07801366753 or 01273 835598

We are situated just outside Chichester, West Sussex...We look forward to seeing you soon.

Description
Cecil R. Doyly-John (British 1906-1993) - depicting Ville Franche South of France

23cm h x 38cm w

Oil on canvas, signed lower right

“
I’ve been told by experts in London that this is one of, if not the best natural French scene that he’s done.
Pallant Interiors
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Pallant Interiors has dated this Doyly John Oil Painting to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1185306
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A heavily textured mid-century oil painting by DOyly-John depicting a Mediterranean coastal village with figures and harbour boats against a light blue sea.
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Archive I A heavily textured mid-century oil painting by DOyly-John depicting a Mediterranean coastal village with figures and harbour boats against a light blue sea.

A Beautiful Doyly-john Painting

Archive II A heavily textured mid-century oil painting by DOyly-John depicting a Mediterranean coastal village with figures and harbour boats against a light blue sea. View II
Archive III A heavily textured mid-century oil painting by DOyly-John depicting a Mediterranean coastal village with figures and harbour boats against a light blue sea. View III
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A heavily textured mid-century oil painting by DOyly-John depicting a Mediterranean coastal village with figures and harbour boats against a light blue sea.
A Beautiful Doyly-John Painting
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A heavily textured mid-century oil painting by DOyly-John depicting a Mediterranean coastal village with figures and harbour boats against a light blue sea.
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  • ObjectOil Painting
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Impressionism
  • MaterialOil Paint, Canvas
  • ColourBlue and Terracotta
  • MotifsPalette knife impasto texture, Mediterranean coastal scene, Harbour boats and figures, Sun-drenched architectural facades
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

This oil painting by Cecil R. Doyly-John dates to 1960 and exemplifies mid-century impressionism. Rendered in oil paint on canvas, the artwork displays a vibrant palette dominated by rich blue and terracotta tones, complemented by heavy palette knife impasto texture that creates a tactile, sculptural surface across the composition. The Mediterranean coastal scene depicts sun-drenched architectural facades, harbour boats, and figures gathered along the waterfront. Visible details include hanging laundry in shades of red, white, and green on balconies, dark window frames, and the artist's signature inscribed in the lower left corner. The artwork measures 23 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 15 cm deep. Placed within a home today, this piece suits display above a sideboard, bringing coastal charm and textural depth to interior spaces.

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Mid-century impasto landscape paintings are characterized by the heavy application of oil paint, often using palette knives to create physical texture, dimensional light effects, and expressive architectural and coastal scenes.

Artists during this period typically executed paintings using oil pigments applied onto stretched linen or cotton canvas, or sturdy wooden and composition boards.

Authentic works feature signature heavy palette-knife impasto technique, bright Mediterranean colour palettes, characteristic artist signatures in lower corners, and appropriate mid-20th-century backing materials.

Hang the painting as a statement focal point above low-profile modern furniture, such as a wooden sideboard or mantelpiece, framing it simply to highlight its vibrant colours and texture.

Dust the textured surface gently with a soft, clean, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or cloths that could snag on raised paint peaks, and display away from direct sunlight.
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