View of Notre Dame from the Seine
Original color lithograph on heavy wove paper • Philippe Cambier (French, 1927-2010)
Style & Movement
Post-Impressionism / School of Paris
Medium & Technique
Lithography using multiple stones for color layering, finished with pencil signature and numbering
Creation Period
Circa 1960-1975
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 22 inches (framed); Landscape orientation
Subject Description
A scenic view of the Seine river in Paris, featuring the quayside with lean trees and Parisian architecture leading toward the silhouette of the Notre Dame Cathedral. The composition uses cool blues and greens in the water contrasted with autumnal yellows in the foliage.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; visible mat burn line along the edge of the print and minor toning of the paper
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300 USD
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200 USD
Provenance History
Private collection; secondary market purchase. Bears an 'AP' (Artist's Proof) designation, typically suggesting it was part of a series reserved for the artist or close associates.
Art Historical Significance
Cambier was a prolific French painter known for capturing the romantic atmosphere of mid-century Paris. This work is a classic example of the mid-20th-century 'Paris School' print market catering to international collectors.
Notable Features
Signed 'Ph. Cambier' in pencil lower left; numbered 'AP 45/50' in pencil lower right; features the artist's characteristic fluid, sketch-like line work.
Condition Issues
Slight yellowing of the paper (toning) due to acidic mat board; slight fading of the lighter pastel pigment tones; minor scuffs on the thin gold-tone metal frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend reframing with acid-free museum-grade matting and UV-protective glass to prevent further toning and fading.