Stunning charcoal drawing by French artist Etienne Poirier (1919-2002). This work is a charcoal-on-paper composition depicting a proud rooster. A minimalist composition, where only a few lines create the design which gives lots of intensity and presence. Atelier stamp on the bottom right corner. Contemporary frame with white liner and acrylic glass protection.
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Measurements:
With frame: 26.19 in. wide (66.5 cm) x 31.32 in. high (79.5 cm).
Painting: 15.19 in. wide (38.5 cm) x 20.25 in. high (51.5 cm).

About the artist:
Poirier Etienne, French Painter (1919-2002).
Born in Bourg de Thizy (Rhone - France), September 27th, 1919. Died, October 12th, 2002.
Education:
National School of Fine Arts, Ecole du Louvre, Free School of Political Science in Paris.
Career:
Painter (since 1944), exhibited at "The Young Painting" at the Drouant-David Gallery, and participated at the Exhibition "The less than thirty" in 1948, participated in the exhibitions of the museums in Liege and Verviers (Belgium) who acquire some of his paintings (1949).
He was initiated to the tapestry with Jean Picart Le Doux (1950), exhibited at "Tapestry-Poetry-Music, The French Thought" (1952) and at "Tapestries 58" pavilion de Marsan (1958).
His career is also international with exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Crafts in New York, Berlin, London, Japan, and in over forty cities in The United States.
Member of "The French Artists Salon", "The Autumn Salon", "The May Salon", and member of the Association of Tapestry-Cartonniers painters.
Started created in 1963, engraved panels with Fine gold were exhibited in several French and foreign galleries and adapted to sacred art in many churches and cathedrals.
He was also involved in creating jewelry and precious metal objects (1977).


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - wear consistent with age and use.

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Charcoal, Paper

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

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent - wear consistent with age and use.