Alexandre-francois Bonnardel : "lady In The Garden"

Alexandre-François Bonnardel 1867-1942): "Lady in the garden", oil on canvas 27 X 41 cm, mounted in a gilded frame (which reframes by hiding a good part of the canvas) older 38 X 48 cm (accidents) . Several small accidents to the canvas (see photo against the light). The artist reframed his painting more tightly around the subject, which gives us an idea of the final composition, perhaps for a large painting at the Salon de Lyon where he exhibited regularly. Thanks to Mr. Vinet whom I would like to warmly thank here, I finally know the author of our painting! This lovely study bearing an unidentified monogram had been enthroned in our room for more than 20 years. We had been seduced by the nonchalant attitude of the Lady, posing on a garden bench in front of the sunset. Although treated as a sketch, it is sufficiently advanced for one to distinguish the jewelry, ring and hairpin and the fan that it delicately holds... Well, that's it, a page is turned: after 11 years of occupation, we are leaving our official apartment in Biarritz while waiting to find one of our own, but the Galerie de Biarritz continues its activity of course. But Nature and I abhor a vacuum, I let you imagine everything that was inside and the house where we are regrouping the move may be big, I will have to separate little by little of a certain number of objects, furniture and paintings… So, it is the case to say it, they are from an excellent provenance! Do not hesitate to ask us for photos or additional information by email or telephone. Other photos and many other objects in our shops in Pau and Biarritz and on our website: galerielhoste.com.