Lot 37
  • 37

Henri Adrien Tanoux Marseille 1865 - Paris 1923

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 EUR
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Description

  • Henri Adrien Tanoux
  • Jeune orientale au brûle-parfums
  • Signé en bas à gauche Tanoux
  • Huile sur toile
  • 81 x 54 cm; 32 by 21 1/4 in.

Condition

Beautiful frame with damage in a corner. Original canvas. Needs cleaning. Small accident at the bottom of the dress. Few restauration upper right near the frame.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Catalogue Note

Tous les ingrédients de la peinture orientaliste que Henri Tanoux élabore a partir de 1895, sont présents dans cette oeuvre. L'artiste montre sa prédilection pour les sujets féminins permettant le traitement d'étoffes richement brodées, transparentes et légères, qui dévoilent les formes de coprs juvéniles aux incarnats lumineux. A la volupté de l'odalisque fait écho le luxe des marbres, des tapisseries et des ornements muraux.
Cette peinture élégante, évoquant un orientalisme théâtral et fantasmé rencontrait un franc succès auprès du public des Salons, auxquels Tanoux participa régulièrement durant sa vie.