Still life with roses in a basket and scattered pansy was executed by good Listen French painter Leon-Marie Benoit, who was born in Bains-les-Bainas before 1891, died in Lyon after 1907. The artist studied by Pierre Etienne Remillieux, painted landscapes and still lifes. He recieved in 1907 the Med. 2. Cl. for bis works Saint Sorbin en Bugey and La Mare. Exhibitions: since 1891 Salon of Lyon. His flower still life arrive enough high results by international art auctions.

Literature: E.Benezit "Dictioinnaire des peintres , sculpteurs, dessinateurs..", Paris, 1999; Harambourg, 1985. Saur.

Inscription: signed lower left , Bronze Plaque with the artist‘s name mounted ot the frame.

Technique: oil on canvas, magnifaicent original period gold-plated frame.

Measurements: unframed w 16 1/8 " x h 13 " (41 x 33 cm), framed w 21 5/8 " x h 18 3/4 " (55 x 47,5 cm )

Condition: in good condition.