Still life with carnations was executed by listed French painter Gustave Bienvetu (1877-1914). The artist worked in Paris in the late 19th, early 20th centuries. He studied by Jules Petit und Aumont. Award in 1906. Exhibitions: 1877-1914 Paris, Salon des Artistes Franç. (Buisson de roses, 1903; Au boudoir, 1905).

Literature in French: E. Benezit " Dictionary of painters, sculptors, decorators and etchers"(in French), Paris, 1999; Bellier/Auvray, Suppl., 1887.

Inscription: signed lower left.

Technique: oil on canvas. Original period Gilt frame.

Measurements: unframed w 13 1/3" x h 9 2/3" (45,5 x 56,5 cm); framed w 19 7/8" x h 16" (64 x 74,5 cm).

Condition: in very good condition.