Artist's Self-Portrait - FrenchWatercolor Discovery

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A Personal Glimpse into Mid-Century Canadian Artistry
This compelling watercolor self-portrait offers a rare window into an artist's soul, painted … Read more A Personal Glimpse into Mid-Century Canadian Artistry
This compelling watercolor self-portrait offers a rare window into an artist's soul, painted with the honest vulnerability that only comes from looking inward. The work demonstrates confident brushwork and sophisticated color handling that speaks to serious artistic training and personal vision.
Provenance & Discovery
Discovered at a recent Quebec country house sale, this piece carries the authentic character of Canadian mid-century art. The intimate scale and personal nature suggest it was created in the artist's private studio, making it a genuine artifact of the creative process rather than a commissioned work.
Artistic Details
Medium: Watercolor on handmade paper, showcasing the artist's commitment to quality materials and traditional techniques
Signature: Distinctively signed with a backward "E" - an intriguing artistic choice that may hold personal significance or represent the artist's unique identity
Style: Bridges figurative and abstract expressionist approaches, typical of mid-20th century Canadian art movements
Composition: Intimate self-examination rendered with confident, expressive brushstrokes
Presentation
Professional Framing: Gallery-quality matting and frame ready for immediate display
Versatile Display: Dual-purpose design works beautifully wall-mounted or as a striking tabletop piece with easel backing
Dimensions: 14" W × 17" H × 1" D - perfect scale for personal spaces
Key Features

Authentic mid-20th century Canadian artwork
Handmade paper adds textural richness and authenticity
Mysterious backward "E" signature adds intrigue
Professional presentation ready for display
Country house provenance with Quebec heritage

Perfect For

Collectors of Canadian mid-century art
Those drawn to intimate, personal artistic expressions
Self-portrait enthusiasts and figurative art lovers
Quebec cultural heritage collectors
Anyone seeking authentic, undiscovered artistic voices

A fascinating glimpse into an artist's private world - intimate, authentic, and beautifully preserved from a Quebec country house collection. See less