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11. Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (Lyon 1824-1898 Pais)
Etude po…
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11. Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (Lyon 1824-1898 Pais)
Etude po…
Estimate €500 - €700
Voluntary lot
Description
11. Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (Lyon 1824-1898 Pais)
Etude pour une Vertu Théologale portant une croix
workshop mark (L. 4075) (lower right)
charcoal on vellum
30.4 x 12.8cm (11 15/16 x 5 1/16in).
Provenance
Private collection, France
The present drawing appears to be a preparatory study for one of the Vertus in the Panthéon, Paris. Puvis de Chavannes, leading French muralist of the late 19th century, executed an extensive decorative cycle for the Panthéon illustrating the Life of Saint Geneviève, begun in 1876 and completed posthumously by his students. These monumental panels, characterised by simplified forms, pale fresco‑like colour and a serene, allegorical tone, remain among his most celebrated public commissions.
About the sale
The CLASSICS Paris Online Old Master and 19th Century Paintings, Russian Art, European Ceramics and Glass, Furniture and Works of Art
Auction location
Auction time
06/24/2026 at 12:00 PM
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