Henri Pontoy - Souk: Chickpea Sellers
Henri Jean Pontoy (1888–1968) – The Chickpea Seller
Oil on canvas signed Henri Jean Pontoy, depicting a chickpea seller in the heart of a Moroccan souk. Under a palm-leaf canopy, several figures gather around large baskets and market stalls, authentically depicting a scene of daily life in a Moroccan medina.
Pontoy skillfully captures the warm atmosphere of traditional markets through his lively brushwork, a luminous palette of ochres, blues, and earth tones, and a remarkable play of light filtering through the vegetation. This intimate scene reflects his deep attachment to Morocco, where he lived for many years and whose souks, medinas, and people he painted with great sensitivity.
Dimensions:
- 82x70 (with frame)
- 62x50 (without frame)
Period: 20th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Excellent condition
Length: 82
Height: 70
Reference (ID): 1787296
Availability: In stock
