There is a hint of Picasso in this strong and gorgeous French abstracted cubist still life from the 1940s. Perfectly composed, it depicts a slice of melon, a jug, and a fig on a table. Dynamic and bold, the work has an incredible vibrancy and presence. The painting came from the estate of the renowned surrealist painter Lucien Mathelin (1905-1981), but does not resemble his work: it was certainly painted by a fellow artist friend or someone in his circle. Mathelin was born into a family of artists, collaborated with Raoul Dufy, worked in Montmartre and was well connected on the artistic scene of Paris. The pastel on paper is unsigned and measures 62 x 47 cm at sight. It is presented in a well worn but lovely late 18th Century gilt frame. The overall framed size is 76 x 62 cm.Nous parlons français, und wir sprechen auch Deutsch! Paintings may be viewed in Norwich and in Paris, as well as in London and Cambridge by appointment. Please contact us if you would like further details and images of an artwork.Height is 62cm (24.4inches)
Width is 47cm (18.5inches)
Depth is 1cm (0.4inches)