Bernard Gantner - 20th Century Lithograph, My Landscape

Description

An original lithograph from a Harrods "Original Graphics" run, pencil signed and numbered by the artist as one of an edition of 275. The print shows a run down cottage surrounded by spooky, leafless trees in an eerie palette of blues and greys. The print is hand numbered as being 14/35 of the artist's proofs and has been signed at the bottom right of the image.

The print is presented in a glazed, gilt frame with a dark grey mount. There is a label attached to the reverse stating its origin and print details.

Condition

The print and frame are in fine condition.

Size

40.5 x 41cm (15.9" x 16.1")
Framed Size: 60 x 50cm (23.6" x 19.7")

Artist Biography

Bernard Gantner is a 20th-century French landscape painter. His work is appreciated for its poetic and airy approach, following and updating the tradition of earlier French master painters like Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, Gustave Courbet, and Claude Monet. Gantner’s oeuvre primarily depict the regions of Vosges and Franche-Comté, and are largely made in the studio derived from charcoal sketches the artist makes from observation and en plein air. Born on August 18, 1928 in Belfort, France, he was taught about nature from a young age by his grandfather, who also cultivated Gantner’s drawing ability. He went on to study at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris before moving back to Belfort to pursue his career. Today, Gantner’s work can be found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. He lives and works in Belfort, France.