This lot consists of a watercolor on heavy paper, done in the Plein-air style of painter Eugene Louis Boudin (French, 1824 - 1898). Impressionist image depicts a mountainous landscape. "E. Boudin" is hand written at lower left. Overall unframed piece measures approximately 11.75" x 17.25.

His best work was on his small canvases. He was pre-eminent as a painter of tidal rivers, and Corot called him "Master of the sea." A large number of his sketches are at Havre. Boudin has not often received the full credit he deserves as an important contributor to the impressionist movement. His modesty and timidity and the constant dissatisfaction he felt in his own achievement may have been partly responsible for this. But it was he who convinced Monet of the value of working in the open air and indeed, did much to deflect Monet from his early comparatively high style toward the lighter, airier and more brilliantly colored pictures for which he became famous.

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection

DIMENSIONS:
Overall unframed piece measures approximately 11.75" x 17.25.


Our October 24th auction includes consignments from both the United States and Overseas. Offering a unique collection of decorative art.

PLEASE NOTE: Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in this catalog as "in the style of". Authentication has not been established nor is it implied. No additional information regarding provenance will be provided after the auction. Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:

"In the style of" [Artist Name] : The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but the actual authorship is unknown.

Painting is in overall very good condition. Bumps and chips around the edges, particularly corners. Age-related toning. Image and signature remain crisp, vibrant and display very well.