Bouquets d'Iris By Jacques Martin (1844-1919), Painter Lyonnais.

Bouquet of Iris by Jacques Martin painter Lyonnais born in 1844 in Villeurbanne, died in 1919 in Lyon. Signed on the top right. With a scientific background and a chemical engineer at the Ecole Centrale de Lyon, he set up his workshop in the factory. Autididact, he is encouraged by his friend Vernay and Pierre Puvis de Chavanne, he is also very influenced by Renoir. He is also a violinist. 1881 marks the beginning of many exhibitions. 1904, he founded the autumn salon of Lyon. This bouquet of Iris is a delight, vibrant, joyful and a great freedom. He also paints portraits and nudes. Museum of decorative arts of Lyon.