La Sablière

20th-century oil painting on wooden panel, signed Gabriel Soualary (19th–20th century) lower right. Titled on a label on the reverse, Étang de la Sablière (“Pond of La Sablière”).

A luminous pond landscape depicting the quiet edge of a tree-lined body of water, with the roofline of a small countryside home partially concealed behind the foliage in the distance. The composition is peaceful and balanced, centered around reflections, open sky, and the soft rhythm of the natural landscape.

Light plays an essential role throughout the painting and is handled with freshness and restraint. A naturalistic palette of layered greens, soft blues, and muted earth tones gives the scene a calm and airy atmosphere, while subtle reflections ripple gently across the still surface of the pond.

The brushwork is compact and lively without becoming overly textured, allowing the landscape to retain a sense of softness and clarity. Details remain understated, from the filtered shadows within the trees to the delicate transitions between water, sky, and vegetation.

The warm gilt frame sits beautifully against the cool tones of the landscape, adding depth and presence to the composition.

• Overall Size: 17.7" x 22.8" / 45.5cm x 58.5cm.
  
• Size without the frame: 14.1" x 19.2" / 36.5cm x 49cm.
• Country of origin: France.
• Signature: Yes, Gabriel Soualary (19th–20th century).
  
• Creation date: Early 20th century. 
• Conditions: The panel is in perfect condition, as is the lighter, more modern wooden frame
  
• Materials: Oil on wood panel, in a more modern light wooden frame with a dark green velvet finish.
• Shipped with DHL: Complimentary shipping to the US and Europe. A surcharge will be applied for deliveries to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
• DDP shipping: All taxes and import fees are included in the listed price.