{"product_id":"serene-oil-painting-of-villeneuve-loubet-in-an-ornate-frame-dated-1897-24-x-33","title":"Serene Oil Painting of Villeneuve-Loubet in an Ornate Frame, dated 1897 - 24\" x 33\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis lovely oil on canvas, signed Johannet and dated 1897, depicts the hilltop village of Villeneuve-Loubet on the French Riviera. The village rises gently above a thick covering of trees, its pale stone buildings and terracotta rooftops catching the soft southern light. In the foreground, a quiet stretch of water and a pale, sandy riverbank lead the eye toward the houses nestled into the hillside. The artist has used a delicate palette of soft greens, warm creams and muted terracotta, with subtle variations in tone that give the landscape a peaceful, sunlit atmosphere. There is a lovely simplicity to the composition, capturing the familiar beauty of a Provençal village nestled into its rural surroundings. The painting shows fine craquelure across the painted surface, consistent with its age. It is presented in a richly ornamented frame with an aged bronze-painted finish, featuring elaborate floral and scrolling decoration. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe contrast between the delicate landscape and the imposing frame is particularly appealing, giving this relatively modest scene a much stronger presence. This painting feels like a little window onto Provence, inviting the eye to wander beyond the room. It would be particularly lovely in a country kitchen, perhaps above a small antique sideboard, where its richly carved frame would add a decorative flourish and the peaceful landscape a subtle sense of escape. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 24\" high x 33\" wide x 4¾\" thick  \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 61cm high x 84cm wide x 12cm thick \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55441835884882,"sku":"26267","price":3320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC02903_f28ef181-2e53-4a2a-a45a-a6fbe9ea6a4d.jpg?v=1794579682","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/serene-oil-painting-of-villeneuve-loubet-in-an-ornate-frame-dated-1897-24-x-33","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}