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Henri Pierre Lejeune (1881-1961) Notre Dame de Paris, c. 1930's
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Signed H. Lejeune in the lower left corner. The verso features two vintage authentication labels, including the artist’s historical address (54 Rue Lamartine, Paris) and biographical details confirming the title.
Sizes:
Frame: 47 × 55 cm | 18.5 × 21.7 in
Artwork: 32.5 × 40.5 cm | 12.8 × 15.9 in
This captivating oil painting by Henri Pierre Lejeune offers a timeless, highly atmospheric view of the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral from the bustling banks of the River Seine. Painted in a distinctive Post-Impressionist style, the composition masterfully balances the imposing Gothic architecture of the cathedral with the lively, everyday movement of the river below. Lejeune utilizes a rich, harmonious palette, contrasting the cool, dynamic blues and purples of a cloudy Parisian sky with the warm, sunlit stones of the arched bridge and the vibrant green foliage lining the embankment.
The foreground is animated by resting river barges and figures situated along the quays, providing a profound sense of scale and historical context. The energetic, textured brushwork breathes life into the water’s reflections and the sweeping clouds, demonstrating Lejeune’s exceptional talent for capturing the unique light and mood of the French capital. This impeccably framed artwork offers collectors a magnificent piece of early 20th-century Parisian history and a classic example of the French landscape tradition.
Documentation
Certificate of Authenticity: Included (Issued by Aurora & Athena).
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Henri Pierre Lejeune
Born in Saint-Ouen in 1881, Henri Pierre Lejeune developed a profound dedication to landscape painting that would define his entire artistic career. He began exhibiting his work as early as 1902 before embarking on a formative five-year journey through North America. Upon returning to France, he fully committed himself to capturing the beauty of the natural world, drawing inspiration directly from his surroundings rather than relying on formal academic instruction. Lejeune gained significant recognition through his regular submissions to the prestigious Salon des Indépendants in Paris, beginning around 1910, where his serene, atmospheric compositions were highly appreciated by critics and collectors alike.
A passionate traveler, Lejeune frequently sought new light and environments, undertaking important study trips to Italy and Tunisia in 1919 and 1922. He financed his extensive travels through an innovative annual subscription model, where dedicated art enthusiasts funded his journeys in exchange for the original painted studies he produced abroad. His exceptional mastery of coastal scenes and rural vistas led to acquisitions by the City of Paris and prominent museums in Vannes and Montmorillon, while he also shared his expertise by teaching at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Poitiers. Today, his meticulously crafted, nature-driven paintings continue to charm art lovers worldwide. We are proud to feature Henri Pierre Lejeune’s authentic works within our consolidated digital presence at auroraathena.com/gallery, offering a magnificent opportunity to acquire a piece of early 20th-century French landscape mastery.
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