View of Paris with Sacré-Cœur
Landscape painting on canvas • Attributed to Chailloux (signed lower right)
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionist/Expressionist Mid-Century European School
Medium & Technique
Oil on canvas employing palette knife application, impasto, and wet-on-wet technique
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (c. 1950-1970)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 24 x 36 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A bustling Parisian street scene in Montmartre featuring figures, cafe awnings, and shop fronts, with the iconic white dome of the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur visible in the background against a dramatic sky.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the painting appears stable with vibrant colors and intact impasto peaks.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired as part of the mid-century European tourist art market; currently held in a private collection. Includes a period wooden frame consistent with mid-century gallery trends.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the 'School of Paris' commercial style which sought to capture the atmosphere of the city for international collectors following WWII. While not a blue-chip artist, it reflects the popular aesthetic of mid-century decorative impressionism.
Notable Features
Distinctive impasto technique on the storefronts and the white basilica dome; bold use of primary colors in the awnings; signature 'Chailloux' in the lower right hand corner.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust accumulation; possible light oxidation of the varnish; trivial frame wear and a small gap between the canvas and the linen liner.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional surface cleaning to remove dust; display in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight; retention of original period frame is recommended for historical context.