Signed André Bureau Limoges Enamel on Copper Painting – French Landscape Scene, Black & Gold Frame, Loire Valley Provenance

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This is an exceptional hand-painted enamel on copper artwork by French master enameller André Bureau, signed lower right. Measuring 12” … Read more This is an exceptional hand-painted enamel on copper artwork by French master enameller André Bureau, signed lower right. Measuring 12” W × 7.5” H × 1.8” D (including frame), this exquisite piece showcases the renowned craftsmanship of the Limoges enamel tradition, a centuries-old art form celebrated for its luminous detail and durability.

The composition depicts a charming pastoral French landscape with a cottage nestled among blossoming trees, rolling hills, and a serene countryside backdrop. The enamel surface captures light with a jewel-like brilliance, highlighting Bureau’s technical mastery and painterly precision.
• Artist: André Bureau (Limoges, France)
• Medium: Enamel on copper, hand-painted, signed
• Dimensions: 12” W × 7.5” H × 1.8” D (framed)

Frame: Original black lacquered wood frame with gilt inner border. Light wear to frame consistent with age.
• Provenance: Acquired in the Loire Valley, France

André Bureau is among the 20th-century artisans who helped continue the Limoges tradition, following in the footsteps of earlier enamelists like Camille Fauré. His works are appreciated for their vibrant color, fine detail, and collectible quality, particularly among enthusiasts of French decorative arts.

This signed enamel-on-copper painting is a superb opportunity to acquire a piece of French craftsmanship directly from the Limoges school, ideal for collectors of fine European art, French antiques, or enamel miniatures. See less