Late 20th Century Charles Cousin Le Port De Villefranche - the Port of Villefranche Painting, Framed

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Charles Cousin (1904 – 1972)

FRENCH NAME: Le port de Villefranche

ENGLISH NAME: The port of Villefranche

MEDIUM: Oil on … more Charles Cousin (1904 – 1972)

FRENCH NAME: Le port de Villefranche

ENGLISH NAME: The port of Villefranche

MEDIUM: Oil on Hardboard

SIGNATURE: Signed lower left and located in Villefranche

SIZE: 50 x 100 cm (19.5 x 39.5 inches)

IMAGES are ACTUAL PAINTING

Charles Cousin (1904-1972) was a French painter known for his post-Impressionist style, particularly in his portrayals of landscapes and seascapes. Born in 1904, Cousin developed his artistic skills under the tutelage of Léon Bonnat, a prominent academic painter of the time.

Cousin's work primarily focused on portraits, landscapes, and water views, which he executed mainly in oils. His style can be characterized as post-Impressionist, suggesting an influence from the late 19th and early 20th-century artistic movements that followed Impressionism.

Throughout his career, Cousin's paintings gained recognition and were frequently offered at auctions. His works have sold for prices ranging from $164 to $2,952 USD, with his auction record set in 2020 for a painting titled "View of Venice," which sold for $2,952 at Brunk Auctions.

One of Cousin's notable works is "Le port de Villefranche" (The Port of Villefranche). It depicts the picturesque port of Villefranche-sur-Mer, a town on the French Riviera known for its colorful buildings and beautiful harbor. Cousin's penchant for water views and landscapes, this work showcases his ability to capture the essence of coastal scenery in his post-Impressionist style.

Cousin's paintings often featured iconic locations, as evidenced by his other works such as "A gondolier on the Grand Canal, Santa Maria della Salute beyond," which was sold at Christie's. This suggests that "Le port de Villefranche" may similarly capture the charm and atmosphere of the French Riviera port town. less