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Antique Egyptian landscape oil painting by Noël

Creator: Jules Achille Noël
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Egyptian landscape oil painting by Noël
French, 19th Century
Canvas: Height 28cm, width 38cm
Frame: Height 48cm, width 58cm, depth 6cm

This stunning Orientalist landscape is by the French artist Jules Achille Noël (1810-1881). Praised by Charles Baudelaire, Noël’s landscape and maritime work is housed in museums throughout France, as well as the National Maritime Museum in London. This Egyptian desert scene is a particularly fine example of his work.

The painting depicts a travelling caravan, with figures riding atop camels or walking alongside mules. Two dogs race at the front of the group, surrounded by clouds of dust to covey their speed. The seat figures carry long spears, presumably to protect them on their journey. On the horizon, faint glimpses of the departed city (possibly Cairo) can be seen, towered over by the imposing pyramids that confirm the Egyptian location.

Both the figures and animals and the city itself are rendered in a gestural manner, which helps to convey the oppressive haze and heat of the Egyptian midday. This atmosphere is aided by the unusual composition: over half of the canvas is taken up by the wide blue sky. Dotted with wisps of cloud, the unbalanced proportion places the focus on the arid landscape rather than the figures in it, effectively creating a sense of atmosphere. Noël’s use of composition and technique here conveys his skill as an artist.

Ensconced in a decorative giltwood frame, the painting is signed ‘Jules Noël’ in the lower right-hand corner.

With its impressive composition and techniques, this painting of Egypt would make an exceptional addition to any collection of Orientalist art or antiques.

Artist/Maker: Jules Achille Noël

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Oil on canvas, giltwood.
Styles / Movements:	Other
Dealer Reference #:	17648
Incollect Reference #:	756727

Dimensions

W.	22.83 in;	H.	18.9 in;	D.	2.36 in;
W.	58 cm;	H.	48 cm;	D.	6 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.