Jean René Sourgen (1883–1978) – Landes Navy, 1915

Technique: oil on panel (wood) Signature: signed lower left “J. R Sougen” Date: 1915 (inscribed on the reverse) Dimensions: 13.5 × 10 cm (view) – 22.5 × 19.5 cm (framed) Framing: gilded baguette frame with hammered decoration with ecru painted rebate, in very good general condition Small intimate marine typical of Jean René Sourgen: a section of Landes beach and its dune cord in the foreground, marram grass and scrub greened by the sea spray, the Atlantic sea in green-blue hues in horizontal bands, and a cloudy sky streaked with light. “Pochade” format characteristic of the 1910s for the artist, seeking to capture the changing atmosphere of the coastline (Mimizan / Biscarrosse / Capbreton). Very good condition. Clean surface, fine patina of use, minimal drying marks and minor age-related micro-scratches. Flat and sound panel. Frame in very good condition, some minor rubbing from use. Private collection. An engaging and early work (1915) illustrating the period when Sourgen multiplied studies on small supports (wood/cardboard) to capture the oceanic light. Beautiful subject-frame consistency, ready to hang.