Mid 20th century oil on canvas by the well listed French artist Raymond Abner (Egypt, France 1924-1999) depicting two musicians performing while seated on a bench. Well drawn, excellent composition and a palette that really "pops". We acquired this from a neighbor who bought this and two other paintings from Abner when she and her husband were on their honeymoon in Paris in the 1960's.
"Les Vagabonds" was exhibited in Paris, France. Abner worked primarily in Paris.
Title: "Les Vagabonds" (a.k.a."Buskers") Paris 1945
Signed (l.r.), also signed, dated "1945"& titled on verso
Condition: Excellent
Dimensions: 20" x 26" Framed: 26" x 32" sight
Galleries in France offer his works for over $20,000

Raymond Abner (1924-1999 Listed) arrives in London in 1945, where he takes lessons at the St Martin's school until 1947. Encouraged by Daniel Wildenstein, whose gallery is located not far from the school, he dedicates himself fully to painting.
In 1947 he moves to Paris and works regularly at the "Academie Julian" and "La Grande Chaumiere" where he meets the grandson of Matisse, who presents him to his grandfather. At that time Matisse is confined to bed andwas working on the stained glass windows of the Venice Chapel. This meeting is very important but it is with Fernand Leger, in 1948, that his real commitment as a painter will definitively be confirmed. Abner presents himself to Leger saying: "Mr. Leger, I don't like your paintings. This is why I come to learn from you." The true style of Abner will then reveal itself at the master's atelier at Pigalle. Leger was not only a great painter, but also a great teacher; it is with him that Abner will learn how to think big and draw.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint, Wood

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France
Art Subjects: Figure, Other
Frame Type: Framed

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent