1961 Charles Levier (Signed Villard) Large Mid-Century Modern European Harbor Oil Painting – Framed

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A striking, large-scale mid-century coastal harbor scene, painted, signed, and dated "Villard 1961." This exceptional original work depicts traditional fishing … Read more A striking, large-scale mid-century coastal harbor scene, painted, signed, and dated "Villard 1961." This exceptional original work depicts traditional fishing boats resting along a tranquil turquoise waterfront beneath a geometric, hillside European port village.

Rendered in a sophisticated Post-Cubist / Mid-Century Modernist style, the composition features bold, expressive black linework, muted architectural tones, and a luminous teal palette that creates remarkable atmospheric depth. The artist’s technique beautifully balances strong architectural structure with painterly mid-century execution, giving the piece a commanding wall presence ideal for fine art collectors and contemporary design spaces.

ARTIST BIOGRAPHY & CONTEXT:
While signed "Villard," this painting is a mid-career work by the highly listed French modernist Charles Levier (1920–2003). Levier frequently used the pseudonyms "Villard" and "Verrier" for his coastal landscapes and architectural cityscapes. Levier’s distinct mid-century harbor paintings were highly sought after during his lifetime, famously collected by iconic mid-century figures such as Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.

Presented in its original wooden gallery frame with a linen liner, this piece offers timeless mid-century character and validated provenance.

Framed Dimensions:
• Width: 38.0 inches
• Height: 31.75 inches
• Depth: 1.75 inches
• Medium: Oil on canvas/board
• Year of Creation: 1961

• Charles Levier
• Villard painting
• Mid-Century Modern Art
• French Modernist
• 1960s Oil Painting
• Post-Cubist Seascape
• Bernard Buffet Style
• Teal Harbor Scene See less