Henri Saint Clair (1899–1990) Beach Scene, Dufy Family

Oil on hardboard (isorel) – Circa 1930

This oil on isorel depicts the Dufy family, close friends of Henri Saint Clair, on a Normandy beach. The artist captures the shifting light and refined atmosphere of the French seaside resorts of the early 20th century.
Saint Clair painted almost exclusively on isorel, using a distinctive marine varnish typical of his work.

The frame comes from the Dufy factory in Rouen — a rare and sought-after detail.

• Artist: Henri Saint Clair (1899–1990)

• Title: Beach Scene – The Dufy Family

• Medium: Oil on isorel (hardboard)

• Period: Circa 1930

• Signature: H. St Clair, lower left

• Dimensions without frame: 40 x 56cm

• Condition: Very good overall condition, original patina

• Provenance: Private collection, Normandy. Frame from the Dufy factory (Rouen).

A luminous and elegant composition, typical of Saint Clair’s refined coastal scenes, capturing the atmosphere of Normandy between sky, sand and sea breeze.