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19th C. French Port de Marseille Harbor Scene Painting Signed S. Audibert 1885

$2,600
£1,978.22
€2,279.31
CA$3,691.19
A$3,959.98
CHF 2,124.05
MX$47,677.66
NOK 26,776.18
SEK 24,416.17
DKK 17,029.50

About the Item

Painted in southern France circa 1885, this captivating maritime landscape captures the luminous atmosphere of the Port de Marseille along the Mediterranean coast. The oil on canvas, set in its original carved and giltwood frame, depicts sailboats and steamships gliding toward the bustling quay, with fishermen at work and the Phare de Sainte-Marie lighthouse standing proudly in the distance. The painting’s layered brushwork and soft tonal gradations evoke the movement of the sea and the shimmering light unique to Provence. Signed in red lower right S. Audibert 1885, the work reflects the artist’s affinity for maritime subjects and his sensitivity to the play of light on water, an approach that bridges realism and early impressionism. The palette of ochres, greens, and muted blues gives a harmonious warmth characteristic of Provençal school painters. S. Audibert is believed to have been active in Marseille during the late 19th century, possibly related to Louis Audibert (1881–1983), who later became known for his Provençal landscapes and genre scenes. This connection suggests that S. Audibert belonged to the same Marseille artistic circle devoted to capturing everyday life along the Mediterranean coast. The painting is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and retains its original gilt frame with floral and foliate motifs. A beautiful addition to any coastal or classic interior. Measures: 33″ W × 23″ H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 3.25 in (8.26 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1885
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 231-3631stDibs: LU951235276232

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