Raymond Rénefer (1879-1957), Landscape Along The Banks Of The Seine (large Format)

Oil on canvas, early 20th century, depicting boats on the banks of the Seine, probably near Andrésy. Signed lower left "Renefer." Renéfer, pseudonym of Jean-Constant Raymond Fontanet (1879-1957), was a French painter, illustrator, and engraver renowned for his views of Paris, the banks of the Seine, and his lively landscapes. Trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, he developed a sensitive style inherited from Post-Impressionism, characterized by a vibrant brushstroke and a masterful use of light. An active artist who exhibited in the major Parisian Salons, he also pursued a significant career as an illustrator. Mobilized during the First World War, he left a striking artistic record of this period. His work, appreciated for its poetic perspective on urban and river life, is now sought after by collectors. Good overall condition, some wear to note and two areas of repainting on one tree. Dimensions: 125 x 89 cm