Artist: Lucien Desmedt (1919-1993)
Technique: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 33 x 41 cm (Canvas), 48 x 56 cm (Frame)
Status: Signed "Desmedt" (Lower Left). Fully authenticated on reverse with hand-written signature "L. Desmedt 63 PARIS" and an artist label on the original frame.
About the Artwork:
This Lucien Desmedt - Sacre-Coeur Basilica, Montmartre (1963) oil painting is a vibrant and atmospheric tribute to mid-century Paris. Lucien Desmedt employs a rich, impasto technique to depict the historic streets leading to the iconic Sacre-Coeur Basilica. The authenticity of this piece is exceptional, featuring the artist's handwritten signature, date, and "PARIS" location on the back of the canvas. Preserved in its original frame with an identifying artist label, this work perfectly captures the romantic and textured essence of the Montmartre district.
About the Artist:
Lucien Desmedt was a French painter celebrated for his expressive urban landscapes of Paris. His work is characterized by a strong sense of light and a heavy, painterly style (impasto) that follows the legacy of the Impressionist masters. His scenes of iconic Parisian landmarks like the Sacre-Coeur Basilica are highly sought after by international collectors for their nostalgic charm and technical quality.