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Louis Valtat — Lady of Virtue
Louis Valtat — Lady of Virtue
Louis Valtat — Lady of Virtue
Louis Valtat — Lady of Virtue
Louis Valtat — Lady of Virtue
Louis Valtat

Lady of Virtue

In "Lady of Virtue," Louis Valtat demonstrates the refined draftsmanship that earned him a place among the most celebrated French colorists of the early twentieth century. Rendered in pencil on paper, the composition presents an elegant female figure with a precision and sensitivity that reveals Valtat's deep attentiveness to form and personality. The work carries a vibrancy and tonal richness that is remarkable for the medium, with layered detail animating the subject in a way that feels both intimate and commanding. Signed by the artist in the lower right corner, the drawing measures 32.4 by 25.4 centimeters, a scale that invites close viewing while lending itself naturally to a range of interior settings. The condition of this work is excellent throughout, reflecting the care with which it has been preserved since its completion. Valtat's drawings occupy a relatively rare position within his broader output, and works of this quality and completeness are infrequently encountered. His paintings and works on paper have entered major museum collections and distinguished private holdings across Europe and the Americas, and his critical standing has only deepened with time. "Lady of Virtue" arrives professionally framed to an overall presentation size of approximately 20 by 17.5 inches, accompanied by a letter of authenticity. For collectors seeking a well-documented, visually compelling example of early modern French draughtsmanship, this drawing represents a genuinely compelling acquisition.

Medium
Pencil on Paper
Overall
Framed
Signed
Yes

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Louis Valtat, Lady of Virtue

In "Lady of Virtue," Louis Valtat demonstrates the refined draftsmanship that earned him a place among the most celebrated French colorists of the early twentieth century. Rendered in pencil on paper, the composition presents an elegant female figure with a precision and sensitivity that reveals Valtat's deep attentiveness to form and personality. The work carries a vibrancy and tonal richness that is remarkable for the medium, with layered detail animating the subject in a way that feels both intimate and commanding. Signed by the artist in the lower right corner, the drawing measures 32.4 by 25.4 centimeters, a scale that invites close viewing while lending itself naturally to a range of interior settings. The condition of this work is excellent throughout, reflecting the care with which it has been preserved since its completion. Valtat's drawings occupy a relatively rare position within his broader output, and works of this quality and completeness are infrequently encountered. His paintings and works on paper have entered major museum collections and distinguished private holdings across Europe and the Americas, and his critical standing has only deepened with time. "Lady of Virtue" arrives professionally framed to an overall presentation size of approximately 20 by 17.5 inches, accompanied by a letter of authenticity. For collectors seeking a well-documented, visually compelling example of early modern French draughtsmanship, this drawing represents a genuinely compelling acquisition.

Medium
Pencil on Paper
Dimensions
overall: 32.4 x 25.4 cm • framed: 50.8 x 44.5 cm
Signed
Hand-signed by the artist
Seen at
The Art Vault Gallery

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Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris