Show Horse Drawing by Leslie Charlotte Benenson

Dimensions: 49 ⅞” H x 35 ¾” W x ¾” D

A dramatic Italian painting on canvas from circa 1820, using the negative space of a black background to make the still-life composition at the center pop with more dimension and intrigue. In the manner of earlier Baroque and Dutch styles, depicted here is a stylized Neoclassical garden urn on pedestal/column with two swans for handles and lions and the foot. Romantic blossoms spill from the mouth of the urn hanging over the figural register which depicts a pair of Greco-Roman characters joined by a cherub. The border around the edges of the stretched canvas is not paint but carefully decoupaged strips of paper in a wavy design of complementary tones. Regarding the appearance: the background shows areas of water spots, craquelure, and separation.We believe this to be in good antique condition considering its age, and any visible signs of wear are captured in the photos. Please view the detailed image gallery for the current condition or reach out directly with any questions.

Dimensions: 32” H x 16” W x 1” D

French, late 19th century oil on canvas nude portrait of a bashful young woman raising her arms partially to shield her face from view, as she coquettishly looks at the viewer, legs in contraposto stance. A soft-focus, flattering light makes the subject’s pale skin glow against the dreamy, hazy blend background in a palette of pink, gray, and green that has developed a craquelure texture and other areas of loss. Sold unframed. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition as they are an essential part of the description.

Dimensions: 28 ¾” H x 19 ¾” W x ¾” D

A magical oil on canvas painting from very early 20th century (if not before) France, in the manner of Jean-Jacques Henner. The Pre-Raphaelite style of the work features a soft-focus, flattering light that makes the subject’s pale skin glow in silhouette to the dark room. The composition is sensual yet tasteful, almost surreal against the oxblood background which has developed a tactile craquelure. Sold unframed. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition as they are an essential part of the description.

Dimensions: 37 ½” H x 31 ¼” W x 1 ½” D

An early 20th-century gilt framed oil on canvas painting by French artist Jean Didier-Tourné (1882-1967), depicting a lean, mustached male nude in a kind of contraposto stance as he turns away from the viewer in silhouette. The background palette is deliberately muted that obscures the paintings on the wall behind him, creating a horizon line at the middle contrasting the gray-green upper against a burnt sienna below. His pale body is not only a figure study of human anatomy but one of shadow & light as the muscles are illuminated. Overall the minimal composition is captivating for its tense juxtapositions. Framed by a gold gilt molding with thin reeded design. Signed on the front with additional text on the back to place in context of Rome circa 1911. Please view the detailed images as they are an important part of the product description.

Dimensions: 37 ½” H x 31 ¼” W x 1 ½” D

An early 20th-century gilt framed oil on canvas painting by French artist Jean Didier-Tourné (1882-1967), depicting a lean male nude in a kind of contraposto stance as he turns away in silhouette to the viewer, arms behind his back. The background palette is deliberately muted, creating a horizon line at his waist contrasting the gray-green upper against a burnt sienna below. Overall the minimal composition is captivating for its tense juxtapositions, his turned body is not only a figure study of human anatomy but one of shadow & light as the muscles are dimly illuminated. Signed on the back of the canvas along with “Rome” to put in local/historical context, no visible signature on the front. Framed by a gold gilt molding with thin reeded design. Please view the detailed images as they are an important part of the product description.

Dimensions: 26 ¾” H x 22 ¾” W x 2 ⅛” D

A vintage portrait by Belgian artist Edmond Delescluze (1905-1993). The subject is a young woman with fair hair and skin, her classic Flemish profile set off by a red hat decorated with ostrich feathers and a gaze concentrated toward the left of the scene. Behind her is a surreal landscape of pastel blue, pink, and yellow perhaps the waning hours of daylight. Around her is wrapped a diaphanous pink shawl exposing a gold necklace with a locket, which must have some importance considering the level of detail applied. Please view the detailed images to see more of this thought-provoking work. Recently framed in natural oak molding that complements the palette. Signed by the artist to the lower left.

Dimensions: 16 ¾” H x 12 ⅞” W x 2 ⅛” D

This emotive French vintage oil painting captures the portrait subject’s striking features and dapper clothes set off by a moody background of tonal emerald green. The work exhibits the incredible talent of the artist who, like the subject, remains anonymous without signature or title. What they appear to share though, is a quiet intensity in how they observe the world. Reframed in simple oak molding, ready to be hung in your interior. Please view the detailed images.

Dimensions: 37” H x 24 ⅞” W x 2 ⅛” D

An arresting oil portrait on canvas of a Flamenco dancer by French artist Paul Tondreau (1886-1977). The subject is posed with one hand on her hip and the other holds a fan (known as an “abanico”) with a patterned red shawl loosely draped over her shoulders. Her dark features and gold jewelry project the confidence of a star on the dance floor. Recently reframed in simple yet complementary oak molding. Please view the detailed images to see more. Signed by the artist to the lower right.

Dimensions: 22 ½” H x 19 ⅛” W x 2 ⅛” D

Vintage (late 20th century) portrait on canvas by French artist Guy Combrisson (1905-1991). The subject is a woman of a certain age and means, wearing a rather fancy blue dress (including the dark ruffle of a boutonniere at the neckline) who poses for the artist in front of a mirror. This perspective creates an intriguing reflection of her back and the easel but not the artist himself behind the canvas, which shows the remarkable talent of the artist as he presents not only a view of the lady’s public persona but one that also explores themes of vulnerability. Recently framed in natural oak molding that complements the palette. Signed by the artist to the lower left. Please view the detailed images to see more.

Dimensions: 34 ½” H x 31” W x 2 ⅛” D

An arresting oil on canvas portrait by the French artist Albert Coste, signed and dated 1943. The subject, a sophisticated woman of a certain age and fair complexion, is illuminated by the sun coming in from the nearby window, forming a corona of her hair as she sits in a blue bergere by an open secretary desk. She stops her correspondence to indulge the artist by sitting for this portrait, her left hand (note the red fingernails matching the red of her lips) holding a book. Her right arm rests on the manchette of the chair, as her fingers delicately touch the cheek. Recently framed in natural oak molding that complements the palette. Signed by the artist to the lower right. Please view the detailed images to see more of this thought-provoking work.