{"product_id":"antique-pyrenees-painting-la-route","title":"La Traversée","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19th-century oil painting on wooden panel, signed lower left by Gustave Colin (1828–1910).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe painting depicts a mountain landscape, likely in the Pyrenees, where the artist painted extensively. The foreground is animated by a flowing river, along whose banks a woman, dressed in traditional 19th-century rural clothing, walks along a mountain path with her children. A baby is strapped to her back, while a young child holds her hand. A donkey follows closely behind, likely carrying provisions, and several other figures can be seen in the distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scene is full of life and movement, created through a harmonious palette and the artist's thoughtful handling of light. A remarkable variety of brushwork further enriches the composition. The rocks are painted with broad, fluid passages, while the figures are rendered with tighter, more textured strokes, giving them a strong sense of presence against the expansive landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA work of wonderful narrative quality and quiet dynamism, conveyed through both the artist's technique and the balance of the composition. The original gold leaf frame, with its delicate beaded detailing, beautifully complements the painting and enhances its timeless character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the artist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGustave Colin is best known for his landscapes of the Basque Country, particularly his depictions of the village of Pasajes de San Juan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in northern France, he first studied under Constant Dutilleux in Arras before continuing his training in Paris with Ary Scheffer, Thomas Couture, and Camille Corot, whose influence would leave a lasting mark on his work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe made his debut at the Paris Salon in 1857 and received numerous awards throughout his career, including a Gold Medal at the Exposition Universelle in 1900.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1863, he participated in the Salon des Refusés alongside Édouard Manet, who famously exhibited \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Déjeuner sur l'herbe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that same year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1874, Colin took part in the first Impressionist exhibition, exhibiting five works. Later in his career, he taught at the Académie Julian in Paris, passing on his knowledge to a new generation of artists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough originally from northern France, he eventually settled in the Basque Country, whose landscapes became the defining subject of much of his work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, his paintings are held in the collections of numerous public museums, including the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lille, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Marseille, the Musée Basque et de l'Histoire de Bayonne, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Pau, among others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Size: 15.7\" x 12.2\" \/ 40cm x 31.5cm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize without the frame: 13.7\" x 10.2\" \/ 35.5cm x 26.5cm. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: France.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature: Yes, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGustave Colin (1828–1910)\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCreation date: Mid-Late 19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eConditions: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe wood panel shows a few minor marks, including a small circular gray spot visible on the left side of the sky. Considering its age, the painting remains in very good overall condition. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe gold leaf frame displays scattered wear and a few losses that have been re-gilded over time. The most significant restored loss, measuring approximately 1.5\", is located on the right corner of the upper horizontal edge. The beaded inner molding is complete, with no missing beads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Oil on wood panel in a wooden light frame. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped with DHL: Complimentary shipping to the US and Europe. A surcharge will be applied for deliveries to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDDP shipping: All taxes and import fees are included in the listed price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"French Art Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57790695014731,"sku":null,"price":571.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0461\/8754\/4734\/files\/original-oil-painting-dealer-1.jpg?v=1783490121","url":"https:\/\/www.frenchartshop.com\/en-gb\/products\/antique-pyrenees-painting-la-route","provider":"French Art Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}