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Large Abstracted Spanish City Dynamic Mid Century Modern French Oil on Canvas
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Large Abstracted Spanish City Dynamic Mid Century Modern French Oil on Canvas

1940 - 1960
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A major, mid century modern work by French artist Claude Dechezelle (1928-2003). Having studied with Jean Dupas, the art deco painter and designer, at the Paris Academy of Fine Arts. Dechezelle he obtains the Velasquez Prize and with it, a scholarship to work at the Casa Velazquez in Madrid from 1955-1957. The painted presented here, depicting an abstracted southern city, was painted during this period. Dechezelle would continue to obtain the Eugène Carrière Prize in 1965, and a Gold Medal at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1984. His work was shown at the Paris Biennale, and a posthumous exhibition took place at the Fondation Taylor in 2005: His work is elegant, timeless and dynamic, and perfect for the 21st Century.

Paintings by Dechezelle are held by the Casa de Velazquez and the National Art Historical Institute in Paris.

Our oil on canvas measures 65 x 81 cm and is signed at the lower left. Presented in a magnificent Spanish-style frame, the overall framed size is 83 x 98 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Skippings Fine Arts has dated this Mid Century Oil Painting to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA782553
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A major, mid century modern work by French artist Claude Dechezelle (1928-2003).
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Having studied with Jean Dupas, the art deco painter and designer, at the Paris Academy of Fine Arts.
Skippings Fine Arts

Dechezelle he obtains the Velasquez Prize and with it, a scholarship to work at the Casa Velazquez in Madrid from 1955-1957. The painted presented here, depicting an abstracted southern city, was painted during this period. Dechezelle would continue to obtain the Eugène Carrière Prize in 1965, and a Gold Medal at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1984. His work was shown at the Paris Biennale, and a posthumous exhibition took place at the Fondation Taylor in 2005: His work is elegant, timeless and dynamic, and perfect for the 21st Century.

fig 1. An abstracted mid-century oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish village scene with whitewashed buildings, terracotta roofs, figures, and an ancient hilltop fortress in grey and earthy tones.
fig 1. Large Abstracted Spanish City Dynamic Mid Century Modern French Oil on Canvas

Paintings by Dechezelle are held by the Casa de Velazquez and the National Art Historical Institute in Paris.

Our oil on canvas measures 65 x 81 cm and is signed at the lower left. Presented in a magnificent Spanish-style frame, the overall framed size is 83 x 98 cm.

Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Skippings Fine Arts has dated this Mid Century Oil Painting to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA782553
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Archive I An abstracted mid-century oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish village scene with whitewashed buildings, terracotta roofs, figures, and an ancient hilltop fortress in grey and earthy tones.

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Archive II An abstracted mid-century oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish village scene with whitewashed buildings, terracotta roofs, figures, and an ancient hilltop fortress in grey and earthy tones. View II
Archive III An abstracted mid-century oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish village scene with whitewashed buildings, terracotta roofs, figures, and an ancient hilltop fortress in grey and earthy tones. View III
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An abstracted mid-century oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish village scene with whitewashed buildings, terracotta roofs, figures, and an ancient hilltop fortress in grey and earthy tones.
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Post-war French oil paintings from the mid-20th century frequently display a shift toward stylized realism and modern abstraction. Artists associated with the School of Paris during this era emphasized textured impasto, structured architectural compositions, and muted colour palettes.

Mid-century artists typically worked with heavy oil pigments applied directly onto stretched linen or cotton canvas using brushes and palette knives. Wooden stretcher bars held the fabric taut, and paintings were often finished with a protective varnish coat.

Authenticity is verified by examining the reverse of the canvas for age-appropriate wear, period stretcher keys, framing hardware, and maker stamps or gallery labels. Front artist signatures, paint craquelure patterns, and consistent surface oxidation also support period provenance.

A mid-century oil painting functions effectively as a focal artwork when hung above a low-profile credenza, sideboard, or fireplace mantel. Complement the painting with clean-lined mid-century walnut or teak furniture, textured rugs, and minimal wall accessories to let the artwork predominate.

Keep oil paintings away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity fluctuations, and direct heat sources to prevent pigment fading and canvas warping. Gently remove surface dust using a dry, soft-bristled brush, and consult a professional art conservator for specialized cleaning or varnish restoration.
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