Original Pastels À L'Ancienne Poster by François Sasmayoux, 1992

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François Sasmayoux

Pastels à l'ancienne

Original poster for the exhibition at Galerie VRG, Saint-Germain

1992

65 x 45 cm

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Pastels à l'ancienne

Original poster for the exhibition at Galerie VRG, Saint-Germain

1992

65 x 45 cm

Very Good Condition (see image)
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François Sasmayoux (1944–2006) was an acclaimed French contemporary artist recognized for his exceptional handling of the pastel medium. Trained at the Toulouse School of Fine Arts, he eventually established his career in Paris. His distinctive artistic practice renewed traditional European portraiture, moving away from classic tropes toward deeply intimate, texturally complex representations.

The artwork featured on this 1992 exhibition poster showcases his signature virtuoso technique. It presents a contemplative, life-sized figure swathed in a vibrant red robe, a color palette that mirrors the rich textures and deep tones characteristic of his broader oeuvre.

Sasmayoux frequently used pastel on paper to evoke a sensual, atmospheric depth, blending delicate figuration with rich, painterly abstractions. His subjects often included elegant figures, still lifes, and detailed portraits of contemporary cultural personalities.

This specific piece served as the main visual anchor for his solo exhibition, "Pastels à l'ancienne," hosted at the prestigious Galerie VRG in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris.

Sasmayoux's artwork has been celebrated in notable institutions worldwide, including permanent displays and temporary events dedicated to his legacy in European and North African cultural hubs. This piece has an attribution mark,
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