"Saint-Valery-en-Caux - Spring" - Oil Painting

Charming oil painting of a white cherry tree in bloom in the Normandy countryside, apparently painted and signed by the French composer.  While the composer is known to have made artworks of various kinds, we have never previously offered a painting by him and indeed, we find the signature in paint is unlike his usual penmanship. This is not so unusual, and a number of other works in this same style have appeared over the years at French auction houses, all likewise attributed to the composer of this name. That said, please note that the work is sold as "attributed to." In very fine condition.  11 x 9 inches, framed to 13 x 11 (33 x 27.9 cm.).

"Camille Saint-Saëns went down in history primarily as a composer, pianist, teacher and conductor. However, the talent of this truly universally gifted personality is far from exhausted. Saint-Saëns was the author of books on philosophy, literature, painting, theater, composed poems and plays wrote critical essays and painted caricatures. He was elected a member of the French Astronomical Society, since his erudition in physics, astronomy, archeology and history was not inferior to the knowledge of some scientists. In his polemical articles, the composer opposed the limitations of creative interests, dogmatism, and advocated a comprehensive study of the artistic tastes of the public. 'A taste of the public for art,' the composer emphasized, 'good or simple - it makes no difference, it is an infinitely precious guide for the artist. Whether he is a genius or talent, following this taste, he will be able to create good works.'" (The Museum Collection, https://mus-col.com/) (19792)

---

Classical Music

Art & Design

Signed Document/Item

Art

$2,200.00

• Add to Cart