Jacques Gautier Dit Tal'houarn, Breton Portraits, Gouache
JacquesGautier, knownknown as Tal'Houarn (1902-1995), was a Breton painter associatedassociated with the École de Paris, whose work blendspoetic figuration with Fauvist and Expressionist influences.He adopted the pseudonym Tal'Houarn, meaning "iron" in Breton. Although the detailsof his artistic training are poorly documented, his style suggests an influenceinfluence of twentieth-century modernist movements.Tal'Houarn is renowned for his portraits, nudes,landscapes, seascapes, genre scenes and abstract compositions. Hisstyle, described as "poetic reality", features a vivid paletteexpressive compositions, often inspired by Breton folklore.Breton folklore. He liked to dress his models in garb that evokedhistory or folklore, particularly of Brittany.Brittany.
"Portraits de bretons"Unsigned gouache, framed under glass.
76x64 cm with frame
65x54.5 cm without frame
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Gouache
Width: 64 cm
Height: 76 cm
Reference (ID): 1745308
Availability: In stock
