Vintage Projet D'Eventail Picture, French, Watercolour Fan Painting, Baptendier

Our Stock # 26285

This is a vintage projet d'éventail picture. A French, framed watercolour fan painting by Elisabeth Baptendier-Rastenaeff, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930.

Elisabeth Baptendier-Rastenaeff was an accomplished early 20th century French watercolorist and designer celebrated for her elegant floral compositions and intricate fan designs (projets d'éventail). As an official sociétaire of the prestigious Société des Artistes Français, she regularly exhibited her work at their annual Paris Salons, bridging the decorative elegance of Art Nouveau and the early Art Deco era.

• Fascinating framed example, with superb colour and Art Nouveau aesthetic
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
• Set behind clear, bright glass for delightful display quality
• Distinctive frame complements the fan-shaped painting
  
  
• Presents a colourful bouquet of flowers ahead of a Continental landscape
• Redolent of the Art Nouveau and Belle Époque eras of French art
• Name plaque presents the artist's name and her association with Sociétaire des Artistes Français
• Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting

This is a distinctive and appealing vintage projet d'éventail, presenting the early 20th century pursuit of painting fans for an unusually shaped picture. A treat of colour and French aesthetic taste. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 92cm (36.25'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 59cm (23.25'')