‘Little Village’
Send, late 19th–early 20th century
A softly atmospheric oil on board depicting a distant Belgian village resting beneath a wide, quietly expressive sky. Low rooftops sit gently along the horizon, partially framed by a dark stand of trees to the right, creating a sense of shelter and calm. The artist’s muted palette of soft greys, cool blues and earthy tones conveys a feeling of stillness, with loose, confident brushwork lending movement to the sky while the land remains calm and grounded.
Medium & Support: Oil on board.
Frame: Gilt frame with linen-lined slip; light wear consistent with age.
Condition: Very good decorative condition. The paint surface is stable, with gentle age-related texture and no losses. Colours remain soft, balanced and well preserved.
Signature: Signed lower right.
Dimensions:
Framed: 25 × 30 cm
Visible painting: 20 x 17 cm
Notes: A tender and evocative late 19th to early 20th-century landscape, capturing the quiet charm of village life and the peaceful rhythm of the countryside.