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Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita — Porte de Molitor, Paris

Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita

Porte de Molitor, Paris

1918

This oil painting by Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita depicts the Porte de Molitor, a historic gateway in Paris, rendered in the artist's characteristic style that synthesizes European modernism with Japanese aesthetic principles. Foujita's treatment of the architectural subject demonstrates his masterful use of light and delicate brushwork, creating a composition that balances precise representation with lyrical sensibility. The work exemplifies the Franco Japanese artist's ability to transform ordinary Parisian landmarks into intimate, contemplative scenes during his prolific period in early twentieth century Paris.

Medium
oil on canvas

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Modern & Contemporary Art

November 28, 2024

Estimate: $40,000$60,000

Lot 141

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Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita, Porte de Molitor, Paris, 1918

This oil painting by Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita depicts the Porte de Molitor, a historic gateway in Paris, rendered in the artist's characteristic style that synthesizes European modernism with Japanese aesthetic principles. Foujita's treatment of the architectural subject demonstrates his masterful use of light and delicate brushwork, creating a composition that balances precise representation with lyrical sensibility. The work exemplifies the Franco Japanese artist's ability to transform ordinary Parisian landmarks into intimate, contemplative scenes during his prolific period in early twentieth century Paris.

Medium
oil on canvas
Year
1918
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Nostalgic, Parisian Architecture, 20th Century, Art Deco, Interwar Period, Japanese-French Artist, Street Scene, Urban Landscape, Figurative, Oil on Canvas

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