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Antoine Blanchard, Boulevard de la Madeleine

SKU:  187946

Antoine Blanchard, Boulevard de la Madeleine

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Antoine Blanchard (1910-1988) was a French painter known for his depictions of Parisian street scenes, particularly those from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One of his favored subjects was the Boulevard de la Madeleine, which is a famous boulevard located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.

Blanchard's paintings often featured the bustling life of the city, capturing the essence of Paris during different seasons and times of day. His works are characterized by their attention to detail, use of vibrant colors, and the ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. 

"Boulevard de la Madeleine" is a title that Blanchard used for several of his paintings, each depicting different views or moments along this iconic Parisian street. These paintings typically showcase the elegant architecture, the hustle and bustle of pedestrians, and the play of light on the buildings and streets.

Blanchard's primary focus was on Parisian street scenes, particularly those from the Belle Époque and the early 20th century. His paintings often showcased famous Parisian landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and various boulevards and squares. His work is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, use of vibrant colors, and the ability to capture the ambiance and atmosphere of the city during different times of the year and day.

What sets Blanchard apart is his skill in creating an aura of nostalgia in his paintings, making viewers feel as if they have been transported back in time to a romanticized version of Paris. His works are often compared to those of the French Impressionists, as he shared their interest in capturing the play of light and the effects of changing weather conditions on urban scenes.

Blanchard's paintings have become highly collectible, and they are sought after by art enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. His ability to convey the timeless beauty and charm of Paris has ensured that his work remains beloved and enduringly popular. Antoine Blanchard passed away on August 10, 1988, but his legacy lives on through his art.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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