Jules Jequier, Sunset, Oil on Canvas

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Artwork sold with frame (102.2 x 168.5 x 4.5 cm) Jules Samuel Jequier (1834–1898) was a Swiss painter and etcher … Read more Artwork sold with frame (102.2 x 168.5 x 4.5 cm) Jules Samuel Jequier (1834–1898) was a Swiss painter and etcher renowned for his detailed landscapes of the Swiss Alps and surrounding regions. Born on 14 July 1834 in Geneva and passing away on 24 August 1898 in Montreux, Jequier hailed from the municipality of Fleurier in the canton of Neuchâtel. Jequier's oeuvre predominantly features alpine scenes, capturing the serene beauty of mountainous terrains, glaciers, and rural life. Notable works include "Glacier de Trift," "Chalets à St-Luc," and "L'église réformée de Grindelwald." His paintings often depict tranquil settings with meticulous attention to natural details, reflecting the 19th-century Romantic fascination with nature. Jequier's legacy endures through his contributions to Swiss landscape painting, offering a window into the picturesque vistas of 19th-century Switzerland. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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