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Bernadette KellyModernist French Oil Painting Atmospheric Portrait Reclining Woman in Blue Dress
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Modern French Oil Painting Reclining Woman in a Blue Dress
by Bernadette Kelly (French b. 1933)
Unsigned
Medium: oil painting on board, unframed
Painting size: 7 inches (height) x 10.75 inches (width)
Condition: overall good and sound
Provenance: all the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from their estate in Paris, France.
Description:
This modern French oil painting by Bernadette Kelly presents a contemplative portrait of a reclining woman elegantly draped in a soft blue dress Her pose is relaxed yet introspective as she leans against a richly textured interior space The background consisting of a softly rendered room wall is painted in warm neutral tones with hints of pinks and greys complementing the subdued palette of the figure
Kelly’s expressive brushwork blends the figure seamlessly into the surrounding environment creating an atmosphere of quiet solitude The subtle interplay of shadow and light on the woman's face and dress adds to the depth of the scene while the muted hues evoke a sense of nostalgia and intimacy The loose gestural strokes give the piece a dreamlike quality allowing the viewer to engage with the emotional weight of the composition
A compelling addition to any collection of 20th century French figurative or impressionist art this painting is perfect for those who appreciate evocative portraiture soft color harmonies and the timeless beauty of intimate interior scenes
- Creator:Bernadette Kelly (1933, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509315975442
Bernadette Kelly
Bernadette Kelly was born in Bousquet d'Orb, Hérault in 1933. She studied at the School of Decorative Arts in Paris, from 1953 to 1956 as well as in the workshop of the famous artist, Marcel Gromaire. She went on to teach drawing at Yves Hersent's preparatory course for seven years, then devoted herself entirely to her work in painting and engraving from 1965.
Numerous exhibitions: Galerie Le Bateau Lavoir, Paris, Galerie Nadine Granier, Albi and others.
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