A lovely Provençal oil-on-canvas countryside landscape painting by Felix Tisot (1909-1979). The scene features a black antique wagon nestled in the shade of trees in the foreground and classic field landscape beyond. Ensconced in a slender gilt metal frame, this Mid-Century piece would be a charming way to add a touch of the French countryside to your home. Signed in the lower right corner.
About the Artist:
Felix Tisot (1909-1979) was a prolific French painter and lithographer known for his depictions of the country landscapes throughout the region of Var, France. A pastry chef by profession in La Seyne-sur-Mer, Felix Tisot discovered painting through his friendship with Eugène Baboulène (1905-1994). He painted instinctively, with lots of substance and a very intense palette. Provence was one of his favorite subjects, and his luminous landscapes, reminiscent of Impressionist techniques, were soon so successful that they spread beyond the south of France and opened the door to Parisian galleries. The generosity of his painting, which speaks to everyone, and his spontaneous, realistic style, without any sentimentality, ensured his success that he was able to change professions and make a living from his new status as a painter. He is the father of Henri Tisot.
Light wear.
Approx. overall 25¼" high x 33" wide x 1¼" deep
Approx. overall 64cm high x 84cm wide x 3cm deep
