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Lois Henri Foreau (1866-1938) - A Rural Landscape. Oil on Canvas.
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Lois Henri Foreau (1866-1938) - A Rural Landscape. Oil on Canvas.

19th century
Description

An outstanding rural landscape scene of large proportions by Lois Henri Foreau (French, 1866-1938). Oil on canvas.

Paris at the Salon des Artistes Francais from 1888 onwards. He was awarded medals at the Universal Exhibition in 1891, 1892, 1894 and in 1900. He was the president of the Association of French landscape artists, and in 1911 received the title of Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur.

This striking landscape scene depicts a shepherdess and her sheep crossing a small footbridge with the landscape extending out into background. The dominant subject of the landscape is the tree which has been masterfully painted reaching up into the morning sky. The whole work has an almost dream like quality.

The work is housed in a fine gilt frame which is in an excellent condition throughout.

Dimensions (framed):-

Height: 105cm

Width: 96.5cm

Depth: 9.5cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: £75

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We are able to deliver to most of mainland UK for £75 (excluding the Scottish Highlands). We aim to deliver your piece within 7-10 working days, however please allow up to 3 weeks following cleared payment for delivery. Collection in person is welcome by prior arrangement.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
96.5cm (37.99")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this French Impressionist Landscape Painting to the 19th Century.

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7951
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Description
An outstanding rural landscape scene of large proportions by Lois Henri Foreau (French, 1866-1938). Oil on canvas.

Paris at the Salon des Artistes Francais from 1888 onwards. He was awarded medals at the Universal Exhibition in 1891, 1892, 1894 and in 1900.

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He was the president of the Association of French landscape artists, and in 1911 received the title of Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur.
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fig 1. An impressionist oil painting depicting a rural countryside landscape with a large tree by a river, enclosed within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 1. Lois Henri Foreau (1866-1938) - A Rural Landscape. Oil on Canvas.

This striking landscape scene depicts a shepherdess and her sheep crossing a small footbridge with the landscape extending out into background. The dominant subject of the landscape is the tree which has been masterfully painted reaching up into the morning sky. The whole work has an almost dream like quality.

fig 2. An impressionist oil painting depicting a rural countryside landscape with a large tree by a river, enclosed within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 2. Lois Henri Foreau (1866-1938) - A Rural Landscape. Oil on Canvas.

The work is housed in a fine gilt frame which is in an excellent condition throughout.

Dimensions (framed):-

Height: 105cm

Width: 96.5cm

Depth: 9.5cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: £75

We use trusted couriers for UK and international delivery.

fig 3. An impressionist oil painting depicting a rural countryside landscape with a large tree by a river, enclosed within an ornate gilded frame.
fig 3. Lois Henri Foreau (1866-1938) - A Rural Landscape. Oil on Canvas.

We are able to deliver to most of mainland UK for £75 (excluding the Scottish Highlands). We aim to deliver your piece within 7-10 working days, however please allow up to 3 weeks following cleared payment for delivery. Collection in person is welcome by prior arrangement.

We are able to deliver internationally please do contact us with your location for an accurate delivery quote.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
96.5cm (37.99")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this French Impressionist Landscape Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1219755
Dealers Internal Ref
7951
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An impressionist oil painting depicting a rural countryside landscape with a large tree by a river, enclosed within an ornate gilded frame.
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French Impressionist landscapes from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries emphasise atmospheric light, open-air composition, and visible brushwork. Artists focused on capturing transient natural effects across countryside subjects, waterways, and rural foliage.

Paintings from this period were typically executed using oil-based pigments applied to stretched linen or cotton canvas. Frames were constructed from carved wood with gesso detailing, finished in gold leaf or bronze powders.

Authenticity is evaluated through artist signatures, provenance documentation, period-appropriate canvas weave, natural craquelure pattern in the paint surface, and physical evidence of age on the timber stretcher bars and frame.

An antique landscape in a gilded frame provides visual texture and historical depth when contrasted against clean-lined modern architecture or minimal background tones. Positioning above a mantlepiece or sideboard creates a focal anchor within traditional or contemporary schemes.

Canvas paintings should be displayed away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and high humidity. Cleaning should be restricted to gentle dusting with a soft brush, leaving varnish restoration and structural repairs to professional conservators.
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