Boulevard de Clichy under Snow (after Norbert Goeneutte)
Framed print or reproductive painting on paper/cardboard • Norbert Goeneutte (1854–1894), or a follower/reproductive artist.
Style & Movement
Impressionism / French Naturalism
Medium & Technique
Likely a photogravure, color lithograph, or high-quality commercial print; possibly an oil study or copy using thin washes and impasto for the snow highlights.
Creation Period
Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (Original composition dates to 1876)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 20 cm (visible image); Square format; housed in a large black rococo-style decorative frame.
Subject Description
A winter scene depicting the Boulevard de Clichy in Paris. A horse-drawn carriage (fiacre) recedes into the background on the left, while a woman in dark Victorian attire walks in the foreground. The composition captures the hazy, atmospheric quality of a snowy city day with muted ochre and grey urban architecture.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good. The image shows significant yellowing consistent with age-related oxidation and acidic mounting.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $300 (Decorative value for a print or period copy).
Auction Estimate
$30 - $150 (As a decorative object).
Provenance History
Unknown; appears to be a residential decorative piece. No visible labels or stamps are present on the front face.
Art Historical Significance
Goeneutte was a close associate of Renoir and Manet. This specific composition is iconic of late 19th-century Parisian life and bridges the gap between the precision of Naturalism and the atmospheric light effects of Impressionism.
Notable Features
The piece is presented in an oversized, ornate black 'swept' frame which was likely added later to enhance its presence as a decorative home object. The contrast between the dark frame and the pale snow scene is a distinctive feature.
Condition Issues
Visible yellowing/browning (foxing) of the paper, likely due to UV exposure or non-archival backing. High glare from non-reflective glass suggests it is an older framing job. Possible minor abrasions on the surface.
Conservation Recommendations
Replace the high-glare glass with Museum Glass to prevent further UV damage. Use acid-free matting to halt yellowing. Keep away from direct sunlight and high-humidity areas.