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Bernard Boutet de Monvel (French, 1881-1949)
An outstanding figure of the Art Deco movement, Bernard Boutet de Monvel was a …
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Bernard Boutet de Monvel (French, 1881-1949)
An outstanding figure of the Art Deco movement, Bernard Boutet de Monvel was a master painter, engraver, and fashion illustrator. He is celebrated for his "rectilinear" vision—a sophisticated, geometric style that used rulers and compasses to bring a photographic precision to his atmospheric landscapes and high-society portraits.
“LA CARRIOLE” c. 1912
This superb color aquatint and etching captures a "carriole" (a light horse-drawn carriage) traveling along a silhouetted, tree-lined road. It is a prime example of de Monvel's refined geometric linearity and a true precursor to the Art Deco movement.
* Medium: Original color aquatint and etching.
* Markings: Hand-signed by the artist in pencil (lower right) and titled in pencil (lower left).
* Edition: Annotated "Tiré à 200 - 50" in pencil. This identifies the piece as a desirable early impression—number 50 from the limited edition of 200. Early pulls are highly sought after by collectors for their crisp lines and deep ink saturation.
* Dimensions: Framed: 18” H x 17.5” L | Art: 11” H x 11.5” L.
Provenance & Market History:
* Estate Provenance: Sourced from the historic family mansion of a former Connecticut Governor (Lilley House). Its placement within this residence is documented via archival real estate photography, confirming its status as a curated heirloom.
* Investment Context: Interest in de Monvel’s work reached new heights following the landmark 2016 Sotheby’s Paris auction of his daughter’s collection, which totaled over $10 million and cemented his status as a blue-chip Art Deco master.
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- Dimensions
- 17ʺW × 0.5ʺD × 18ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Landscape
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Drawing/Sketching Materials
- Glass
- Paper
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Condition Report: Beautifully preserved under glass in a black wooden frame with a vintage patina. Consistent with its 110+ year … moreCondition Report: Beautifully preserved under glass in a black wooden frame with a vintage patina. Consistent with its 110+ year age, the paper shows light uniform toning and a thin line of mat burn at the perimeter, adding to its authentic character. The impression remains sharp and free of foxing or water damage. Bernard Boutet de Monvel (French, 1881-1949) an esteemed French artist born in 1881 in Paris, France. He was known for his geometric paintings, Moroccan paintings, and high society portraits, and his work was associated with the Art Deco movement. His mediums included painting, sculpting, engraving, fashion illustration, and interior decorating. . less
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