Nude at the Window Overlooking Sacré-Coeur by Louis Latapie, 1930s

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Nude at the window overlooking sacré-coeur', oil on paper mounted on canvas, by louis latapie (circa 1930s). Although later in … more Nude at the window overlooking sacré-coeur', oil on paper mounted on canvas, by louis latapie (circa 1930s). Although later in latapie's career he embraced cubism and abstraction, this piece is placed in his earlier expressionist and more figurative period. When combined with the artist's passionate brush strokes, the balanced composition creates a visual and textural artwork that is very alluring. The application of vibrant colour adds further richness to the piece. The artwork is in good overall condition with a new frame and french-style linen slip. It has recently been reconditioned by an art restoration professional. Please enjoy the many photos accompanying this listing. Upon request a video will be provided. Signed 'latapie' in the lower right hand. About the artist : louis latapie (1891-1972) was a highly celebrated artist who enjoyed an international reputation which continues today. During his long career he exhibited regularly at the major paris salons , including the salon des indépendants , the salon d’automne and the salon des tuileries . He had numerous individual and group exhibitions including art et résistance musée d’art moderne , paris in 1946. On his death in 1972, he was honoured, like braque and picasso, with a major retrospective at the palais des papes in avignon. Further comprehensive retrospectives of his work were held in 1988 at the musée rapin and the musée des augustins. Appearing in numerous exhibitions and sold in the major auction houses, his works can be found today in the collections of museums worldwide including the musée national d’art moderne , centre georges pompidou , (paris); musée d’art moderne , (paris); musée d’art moderne (geneva); and the city museums of toulouse, avignon and poitiers. Dimensions with frame : h 76 cm / 29.9" w 61 cm / 24" dimensions without frame : h 64 cm / 25.2" w 49 cm / 19.3" less