c.1950 MAN PORTRAIT | POST-IMPRESSIONIST | SALON D'AUTOMNE
Artist: Paul Gabriel Alexis Rivoire (1902-1984)
Date: c.1950
Medium: Oil on cardboard
Size: 65 x 49 cm (25½ x 19¼ in)
Frame: 88 x 73 cm (34½ x 28¾ in)
Condition: Very good
Signed: Unsigned (authenticated work)
Frame: Very good condition
Training: Studied under Lucien Jonas and Jean Bugnard, Annecy
Exhibitions: Salon d'Automne (1936-1982), Salon des Artistes Français, Société des Peintres de Montagne
Awards: First Prize Fondation Hébert d'Uckermann (1974), Prix Vaujany (1975), Third Medal Société Lyonnaise des Beaux-Arts (1977)
Origin: France
ABOUT THIS PAINTING:
Striking mid-century portrait capturing solemn introspective gentleman dressed in grey suit and brown tie set against vibrant indigo background. Demonstrates characteristic approach—particularly strong geometric structure, bold expressive brushstrokes, sensitivity to color and form defining mature period. Composition demonstrates masterful balance between cool and warm tones: deep indigo background contrasts beautifully with warm hues of sitter's face and attire creating sense of quiet dignity and psychological presence. Chromatic interplay reflects influence of Paul Cézanne whose work profoundly shaped Rivoire's approach to portraiture and still life. Demonstrates careful study of form and ability to capture both physical likeness and inner character—qualities distinguishing portrait work throughout career.
ABOUT PAUL GABRIEL ALEXIS RIVOIRE (1902-1984):
French post-impressionist painter known for finely balanced compositions and exceptional sensitivity to color and form. Born March 5, 1902, Pont-de-Beauvoisin in Savoie region of Rhône-Alpes, son of silk manufacturer discovering artistic calling at early age. Studied under Lucien Jonas and Jean Bugnard in Annecy developing style deeply influenced by Paul Cézanne's approach to structure and chromatic expression. Following World War II settled Grenoble producing much of mature work including portraits, landscapes, still lifes emphasizing harmony between form and color. Throughout career exhibited widely at prominent French salons including Société des Peintres de Montagne, Salon des Artistes Français, Salon d'Automne between 1936 and 1982. Talent recognized with several prestigious honors including First Prize Fondation Hébert d'Uckermann (1974), Prix Vaujany (1975), Third Medal Société Lyonnaise des Beaux-Arts (1977). Received special commendation Salon de la Peinture à l'Eau Paris. Died September 7, 1984, La Tronche (Isère) leaving body of work continuing to resonate with collectors and admirers of French post-impressionism.
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