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Marcel Derain, Oil Painting on Board

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Marcel Derain, Oil Painting on Board
Large painting depicting a busy city street scene with people about shopping and strolling. 24" H x 48" W. Paper en verso reads: "Marcel Derain-Marcel Derain was born on December 17, 1914, the son of a French peasant farmer. While he was still a child, his parents moved to Paris, where he started his career as a painter. He studied under Pierre Moret, the celebrated French artist and sculptor. Together they traveled throughout the world exhibiting their works. Today, Marcel resides in a small French town where he specializes in the design of Churches. Early renowned for his portrayal of French Scenes depicting the people of France in all their beauty and color. He brings to the canvas a new freshness. His works have opened new doors in the European Art World.-Illinois Moulding Co., Chicago 8, Illinois." Excellent condition. Private collection Almont, Michigan.