A delicious wall of Edouard Vuillard small, quick studies. He must have done thousands.
A closeup of one of the interior gems.
How many know Victor Hugo, the author of Les Miserable & Hunchback of Notre-Dame, was a fabulous watercolorist who painted tiny, stormy landscapes? Maybe 5” wide.
There are always plenty of old master studies/études. This one, an artist’s copy from Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling.
A small Delacroix Moroccan ink sketch. Travel was the show’s theme.
Most of these treasures (a Degas) will be sold into private collections, never to be seen again.
It’s so worth visiting this 5-day salon, if you love art, especially drawings. You can get as close as possible, ask the dealer questions, examine the back etc. All impossible when visiting a museum. Another nice change this year - they served water & fruit juice to all. Most galleries had trays of excellent macarons. After eating 3, I was done ☑️
39 international dealers were present this year.
Each space feels like you’ve entered a small intimate gallery.
The galleries all have stunning flower 💐 arrangements.
Reflecting the small flower watercolor by Ernest Filliard, from Chambéry
The gallery’s name was Härb Nuti London. Prices in most galleries were upon request.
A woman artist reflecting on her flower painting by Joseph-Roger Jourdain.at the same gallery.
You can get fresh ideas how to frame your artworks and small drawings from drawing salons - how to make them look auspicious. No magnets on your fridge 🙏
Such a great exhibit where one is able to get up close and personal in a beautiful building, and macarons to boot! I liked the small flower paintings. You go to all the best places. ❤️🗼
Wow! Fabulous Salon, Carol. I went to your Flickr account hoping to catch some prices. There was just a snippet of a price sheet next to ‘ Tête d’Enfant’. Most 5 figures…a few 4? Was just wondering if it was affordable art? Totally enjoyed your photos.
Good to see the water level on the Seine is going down. Less rain - more sun!
I'm also loving the deluxe framing! Still waiting on my frame shop to finish up with my beautiful kitty watercolor, Carol - it's getting a very fancy frame. Love this blog!!
This is wonderful! Oh, what a perfect time to be in Paris. Even if you can't buy, you can look and learn and that's such fun! Thanks for taking us there!
Such a great exhibit where one is able to get up close and personal in a beautiful building, and macarons to boot! I liked the small flower paintings. You go to all the best places. ❤️🗼
ReplyDeleteI have been going to Salon du Dessine for maybe 5 years.
DeleteIt never disappoints.
Wow! Fabulous Salon, Carol. I went to your Flickr account hoping to catch some prices. There was just a snippet of a price sheet next to ‘ Tête d’Enfant’. Most 5 figures…a few 4? Was just wondering if it was affordable art? Totally enjoyed your photos.
ReplyDeleteGood to see the water level on the Seine is going down. Less rain - more sun!
Prices were sometimes on a sheet of paper in the galleries.
DeleteBut mostly by request only I suppose. So many works I would have loved to know the price 🤔
Love catching glimpses of your notebook! ❤️
ReplyDeleteDo you recall who painted the floral painting, 3rd from the bottom? It's gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI messaged the gallery, Härb Nuti London
DeleteErnest Filliard, aquarelliste de Chambéry Is the 🌺 artist ❤️
DeleteVery nice! So many exhibitions in Paris. Such a treat to see them through your eyes. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHaha, just imagining putting up a Michaelangelo or a Picasso on the fridge with magnets! Now that would be a way to flaunt one's wealth!
ReplyDeleteI love ❤️ your sense of humor kiwi !
DeleteSigh . . . wish I were there. Thank you for the armchair views thousands of miles away.
ReplyDeleteThe frames are equally lovely.Some have coats others sleeveless .Vestiaire?
ReplyDeleteYou’re concerned whether there was a coat check Monique?
DeleteYes there was.
Will be in Paris for a couple of days arriving Thursday. Can we meet for coffee or lunch? You can email me to mgostyla@gmail.com.
ReplyDeleteI love all your posts, Carol, but this one really captured my heart. Thanks for taking us along with you!
ReplyDeleteGreat post, thank you! And we love that you photograph what people are wearing. Please keep doing that.
ReplyDeleteThanks ☺️ My days working on 7th Avenue are not left behind.
DeleteFascinating to know that Victor Hugo painted as well!!
ReplyDeleteHe was a brilliant artist! Check the link.
DeleteI'm also loving the deluxe framing! Still waiting on my frame shop to finish up with my beautiful kitty watercolor, Carol - it's getting a very fancy frame. Love this blog!!
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful! Oh, what a perfect time to be in Paris. Even if you can't buy, you can look and learn and that's such fun! Thanks for taking us there!
ReplyDeleteSuch treasurers. Thanks so much for sharing your journey as well as the artist thought process!
ReplyDeleteThis is just wonderful. The art is unbelievable. I was surprised it was being sold off to the public. Lynne
ReplyDeleteHmm…the art dealers won’t be able to pay their rent if they keep everything.
DeletePlease keep on painting those wonderful watercolours!
ReplyDeleteSuch an interesting exhibition/sales show. Thanks for showing us around!
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