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Provençal Street Scene Original French Oil Painting in Gilt Frame
Provençal Street Scene Original French Oil Painting in Gilt Frame
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Sunlight spills across the worn stone facades of Provence, softening their edges in warm ochre, violet shadows, and muted sky blues. In this tranquil street scene, the artist captures the harmony of southern France with textured brushwork that almost shimmers in the light.
Often painting Antibes and the Provençal coast, Georges Roubaudo (1898–1999) belonged to a generation of artists devoted to translating the quiet poetry of everyday French life. Here, an empty square and rustic buildings are rendered with rhythm and depth, evoking both stillness and the lingering hum of summer heat. Working in a Post-Impressionist style, he used expressive strokes and a luminous palette to convey atmosphere without sacrificing structure.
Though modest in subject, the painting carries a peaceful gravitas — a reminder of Provence’s enduring charm. Presented in a gilt wooden frame with traces of white paint along the bottom (visible in photos), the work remains in very good condition and is ready to hang.
A piece for lovers of French heritage, architecture, and sun-soaked serenity.
Key Features:
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Period: Mid-20th Century
- Signature: Signed by the artist
- Dimensions: 28.3" H x 21.6" W
- Condition: Very good overall; painting surface untouched. The frame shows noticeable chipping along the bottom and scattered dark spotting consistent with age; structurally sound. Please see photos for details.
DELIVERY & RETURNS
DELIVERY & RETURNS
A Note on August Shipping
Each August, much of France takes a well-earned pause to enjoy la vie. Some of our French friends and partners who help us source, prepare, and send our paintings have already headed off to do summer properly. A little patience may be required during this time. Consider it a small invitation to borrow a page from the French way of living: exhale. Orders placed during this period may occasionally take a little longer than usual. Pieces already in Los Angeles are unaffected and ready to ship as usual.
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Most of our paintings will be shipped straight from France unless specified otherwise. While we aim to send them your way as quickly as possible, very occasional delays may occur, as some of our beloved French partners have a certain je ne sais quoi and like to take their time preparing the paintings. You can’t rush good things in life, after all—and we’re talking about antique and vintage paintings here.
Return
We accept returns within 7 days of delivery.
We want you to be obsessed with your new painting. If it doesn’t feel right in your space, you may request a return within 7 days of delivery, as long as it’s returned in the same condition and original packaging. Return shipping is covered by the customer, and the artwork must be packed with great care; damage incurred during return transit may result in a reduced or declined refund. More details HERE
Gift cards are nonrefundable.
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