Louis Peyrat, Paris in the Snow, Montmartre, Le Bateau Lavoir, 1950s, Oil on Board

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French Mid Century Post Impressionist view of Le Bateau Lavoir, Montmartre, Paris, in the snow, oil on board by Louis … Read more French Mid Century Post Impressionist view of Le Bateau Lavoir, Montmartre, Paris, in the snow, oil on board by Louis Peyrat. The painting is signed bottom right and is presented in a distressed custom frame.

The Bateau-Lavoir is one of the most famous artists' residences in Paris. Perched on the hill of Montmartre since 1892, it has seen Pablo Picasso, Guillaume Apollinaire and Modigliani pass through its workshops.

This charming atmospheric painting portrays a quaint, snow-laden Parisian street in a serene winter setting. The composition centres on two figures clad in dark attire, walking down a road that guides the viewer's eye deeper into the scene. Flanked by rustic buildings with muted hues, the street exudes a charming, calm atmosphere. The interplay between shadows and light is masterfully executed, giving dimension to the snow-covered rooftops and the icy path. Snow laden trees, stripped of their leaves, stand against the dull sky, enhancing the cold, tranquil ambiance. The artist’s use of texture and brushstrokes subtly highlights the crispness of the snow and the architectural elements. This piece captivates through its simplicity and the quiet stillness it evokes, capturing a moment of calm in an otherwise bustling world.

Louis Peyrat (1911-1999) attended the School of Decorative Arts in Limoges, then from 1934 he devoted himself to painting. In 1948 he exhibited at the Magadoux gallery in Limoges, then in Royan and in many other galleries.
from 1958, he painted views of Paris, and particularly of Montmartre, which made him successful.
He was a part of the famous Cercle Volney and Parisian galleries such as the Roussard gallery.
His paintings were exhibited alongside those of Degas, Derain, Domergue, Buffet, Braque, Picasso, Foujita, Utrillo, Laurencin etc\. This piece has an attribution mark,
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