Description & Technical information
Louis Abel-Truchet was a major French painter, etcher and lithographer of his time.
He is most well-known for his depictions of Paris and Venice, both cities which remained close to his heart throughout his life. This beautiful painting of the Venetian Grand Canal demonstrates a superb sensitivity of colour with the bright reflections and effects of light.
Origin: France
Medium: Oil on canvas
Signature: Signed 'Abel Truchet' (lower left)
Dimensions: cm (28³/₄ x 21¹/₄ inches)
Provenance:
Private collection, Orleans;
Private collection, United Kingdom;
Private collection, France;
Private collection, France
Categories: Paintings, Drawings & Prints
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