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BennettParisian Street Scene with Figures by British Artist1980 Circa
1980 Circa
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Parisian Street Scene with Figures by British Artist
Art measures 20 x 16 inches
Frame measures 24 x 20 inches
This atmospheric cityscape by Bennett captures the timeless romance of Paris through a richly textured interplay of light, movement, and memory. The scene unfolds along a luminous boulevard, where soft morning mist lifts gently from the cobblestones and reveals a world suspended between bustle and calm. Figures drift across the street with an easy elegance, their silhouettes painted with swift impressionistic strokes that evoke both anonymity and intimacy.
The architecture rises in warm ochre and weathered cream, its facades rendered with thick impasto that catches the light like stone warmed by the sun. Rooftop chimneys tilt rhythmically toward a pale sky brushed with soft cloud formations. In the distance, a domed landmark anchors the composition, inviting the eye into the hazy depth of the scene and suggesting the quiet grandeur of Montmartre or the Left Bank.
A single tree stands near the center, its foliage mottled with golds and greens that echo the buttery highlights along the shop awnings. This touch of nature introduces a gentle counterpoint to the geometric lines of the buildings. The entire tableau glows with reflective puddles and pale streaks of light, creating a sense of after-rain serenity that softens the city’s edges and heightens its poetic character.
Bennett is known for capturing the charm of old European streets, and this work is a quintessential example of his ability to blend impressionistic energy with nostalgic elegance. The palette is harmonious and inviting, the brushwork confident and expressive, and the mood unmistakably Parisian.
This painting offers the warmth, romance, and cinematic beauty that define highly desirable midcentury European street scenes. The ornate period frame enhances its presence, making it an ideal centrepiece for refined interiors, from traditional drawing rooms to modern spaces that appreciate a touch of old-world sophistication.
- Creator:Bennett (British)
- Creation Year:1980 Circa
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Preston, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU817317212562
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