Bernard Buffet original oil on board Bernard Buffet was a French painter Born 1928-1999 Hand signed 29x23 cm

This is in very good condition Bernard Buffet is known for his sketchy, faintly macabre style, Bernard Buffet was a French painter who has been consistently popular since World War II. Bernard Buffet's output was massive, as he painted constantly and would put out several substantial gallery showings each decade. Bernard Buffet prints display his unique gifts for portraits, seascapes, still-lifes, animal studies, religious imagery, and more.Born in 1928, Bernard Buffet had his first painting shown at age 18 and began attracting attention in the art world in his early 20s. He would hardly pause in his constant production of sketches, paintings, and watercolors for the rest of his life. He was elected into the prestigious French art society, the Academie des Beaux-Arts, and died by his own hand in 1999.Most of Bernard Buffet's work displays a sketch-like style, with strong lines and muted colors, that borders on cartoonish in some works. Provenance available upon request. Private Collection.