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Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Leon De Frecheux (1884-1944)

$2,480
£1,868.93
€2,183.89
CA$3,519.31
A$3,530
CHF 2,047.60
MX$43,090.47
NOK 23,717.02
SEK 24,272.78
DKK 16,324.52

About the Item

A serene European riverscape by Léon De Frecheux (1884–1944), rendered in oil on canvas and signed lower left. The composition captures a gently curving river bordered by verdant banks, leading the eye toward a quiet cluster of whitewashed farm buildings nestled among rolling hills. In the foreground, a substantial thatched structure anchors the right side of the scene, its softened geometry and creamy façade beautifully offset by the deep greens of the surrounding countryside. De Frecheux employs confident, painterly brushwork, particularly in the sky and water, where subtle reflections and movement bring vitality to the tranquil setting. The palette is harmonious and restrained—earthy greens, muted ochres, and warm grays—evoking the pastoral calm of the Belgian or northern French countryside in the early 20th century. The overall mood is contemplative and timeless, celebrating rural life in a manner both honest and romantic. The painting is presented in a complementary carved frame with gilt accents, enhancing its warmth without overpowering the composition. Measuring approximately 24 x 30.5 inches (canvas), it offers a pleasing scale for placement above a commode, console, or mantel. About the Artist Léon De Frecheux (1884–1944) was a Belgian painter active in the first half of the 20th century. He is associated with regional landscape painting, focusing primarily on pastoral and village scenes. His work reflects the lingering influence of late Impressionism and post-Impressionist naturalism, emphasizing atmosphere, light, and the quiet dignity of rural architecture and waterways. Though not widely documented in major museum collections, his paintings are appreciated for their sincerity of vision and strong sense of place, characteristic of many accomplished Belgian regional artists of his generation. A tranquil and evocative landscape, well suited for both traditional and transitional interiors, offering the enduring charm of the European countryside. Circa 1910-1920 Measures 24H x 30.5W x 1D Available for pickup at our Baton Rouge Louisiana showroom
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910-1920
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Professionally restored by our expert in-house art restoration staff. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2601-2113431stDibs: LU926248965142

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