Le Pho (1907-2001)
92 × 72.5 cm | 36 × 28 in
Oil on Canvas
Sold for: 40,000 € 50,000 € with buyer’s premium

Details

Signed lower left “Le Pho”. Dubbed in Chenese. Titled Femme Aux Fleurs on the back.

Sizes:
Frame: 36 × 28 in | 92 × 72.5 cm
Artwork: 29.3 × 21.6 in | 74.4 × 55 cm

Provenance:
Wally Findlay Galleries (accoriding to the inspcription on the back).
Private collection, France.
Acquired from the above by the current owner.

Condition:
Good vintage condition with some signs of wear.
The painting has been reframed; the original frame is no longer present.

This painting, “Femme Aux Fleurs” by Le Pho, is a captivating blend of elegance, color, and cultural fusion, characteristic of the artist’s unique style. The piece portrays a woman seated beside a lush bouquet of vibrant flowers, painted in a soft, dreamlike manner. The rich yellows, reds, whites, and greens of the floral arrangement fill the canvas, exuding warmth and vitality against a tranquil, pastel background.

Le Pho’s brushstrokes are gentle yet expressive, giving a sense of movement and life to the flowers, while the figure of the woman is subtly blended into the composition, almost as if she is part of the natural setting. Her serene, contemplative expression and delicate form suggest an intimate moment of reflection. This harmonious integration of subject and setting reflects Le Pho’s skill in merging Vietnamese sensibilities with Impressionist influences, creating a composition that feels both personal and universal. This work embodies his ability to evoke beauty, grace, and quiet joy, making it a timeless celebration of femininity and nature.

Le Pho Portrait
Le Pho - East Meets West: The Harmonious Vision of Lê Phổ
Vietnamese 1907-2001

Le Pho, a celebrated Vietnamese-French painter, is known for his poetic fusion of Vietnamese traditions with Western painting techniques. Born in Hanoi and trained at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Le Pho’s work marries delicate brushwork with vivid colors, reflecting a harmonious blend of his dual cultural heritage. His paintings often feature serene portraits, still lifes, and scenes from Vietnamese life, infused with soft light and graceful compositions. Le Pho’s art is deeply rooted in his Vietnamese identity, even as it embraces the influences and techniques of Western modernism.

Le Pho’s work embodies a refined elegance and an emotional depth that resonates across cultures. His use of color—often soft pinks, blues, and greens—creates a dreamlike atmosphere that invites viewers into a world of beauty and tranquility. Through his unique artistic language, Le Pho captures themes of family, nature, and spirituality, offering a window into Vietnamese culture with a universal appeal. Today, his art is celebrated internationally, valued not only for its aesthetic beauty but also for its ability to bridge East and West, symbolizing unity in diversity through art.

Le Pho - Femme Aux Fleurs Front Without Frame
Le Pho (1907-2001)
92 × 72.5 cm | 36 × 28 in
Oil on Canvas
Estimate: 12,000 - 15,000 €
Sold for 40,000 € 50,000 € with buyer’s premium