Antoine Blanchard

(French, 1910-1988)

Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées

oil on canvas

signed Antoine Blanchard. (lower right); signed and inscribed Paris (verso)

13 1/4 x 18 1/4 inches.

Property from the Collection of Steve Parker, Atlanta, Georgia

The present work is currently listed on the Rehs Galleries, Inc., Antoine Blanchard Virtual Checklist as #ATCES1318.0030. A letter of authenticity from Rehs Galleries accompanies the lot.

Condition:
Framed: 19 x 24 inches.
Moderate deposits of surface dirt and dust; varnish is significantly discolored; two small, localized areas of hairline craquelures in upper right corner and one small, localized area of hairline craquelures in lower right corner; five pinpoint black stains in upper center of sky. Under UV light, no apparent evidence of inpainting. Additional images available upon request.

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American & European Art

Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées

American & European Art

Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées

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