Lot 112: Jean Ferdinand Monchablon O/B Pastoral Landscape, The Little Pond

Jean Ferdinand Monchablon (French, 1855-1904), "La Petite Mare" (The Little Pond), oil on panel painting of a pastoral landscape with a figure walking amid grazing cattle. The pink-tinged clouds in the sky above are reflected in a pond at the center of the scene, and the spire of a village church is faintly visible in the background. Signed "Jan Monchablon" lower right, with artist name engraved on plaque mounted to the giltwood Rococo style frame. Titled en verso, along with labels for Julius Oehme Paintings, NY and Guarisco Gallery, Washington, DC. Possible museum accession numbers upper right. Panel: 13 1/2" W x 9 1/2" H. Frame: 24" W x 20" H. Biography: Jean Ferdinand Monchablon was known for his detailed landscapes of the Vosges region of France where he was born and lived. He was especially noted for his ability to depict the tonal effects of soft, clear sunlight. Monchablon exhibited regularly at the French Salon and received silver medals at the Expositions Universelle in 1889 and 1900. He was named Chevalier of the Legion of Honor in 1905. He also exhibited internationally, including at the annual Carnegie International Exhibitions in Pittsburgh, PA.

PROVENANCE: Private Nashville collection.

CONDITION: Overall very good condition. UV light inspection indicates 1/2" area of retouch in treeline, center right edge. A few minor spots of loss/restoration to frame.