Artwork Description

Title: Avenue de l'Opéra

Artist: Michel Georges-Michel (French, 1883–1985)

Medium: Oil on board

Dimensions: 33 x 25.5 cm (H23 cm / approx. 9 inches)

Condition Report: Good condition.

Auction House: Cheffins

Description:
Avenue de l'Opéra is a captivating oil painting by renowned French artist Michel Georges-Michel, known for his depictions of Parisian life. This unsigned work captures the movement and charm of one of Paris’s most iconic boulevards. The lively composition and atmospheric brushwork reflect Georges-Michel’s distinctive style, evoking the energy and elegance of early 20th-century Paris. The painting remains in overall good condition and is presented in a frame, enhancing its display appeal.

Provenance:

• Previously held by Gander & White, London.
• Later acquired through Connaught Brown, London.
• Formerly part of the collection of Joseph Fitton (1925–2009).

Notes: Reverse label present.