Serge Belloni (1925–2005) – The Quays of Paris, Île Saint-Louis, and the Bouquinistes Oil on wood, circa 1980

Description:

Serge Belloni, nicknamed "The Painter of Paris," dedicated his artistic life to capturing the timeless essence of Paris and Venice. Every day, in all weather, he immortalized the changing faces of the City of Light and the City of Doges.

This striking painting transports us to Paris, offering a magnificent view of the quays, Île Saint-Louis, and the iconic bouquinistes. Belloni particularly loved spending autumn and early winter in Paris, when the bare trees revealed the city’s authentic architecture and soul. The rest of the year, he sought Venice’s unique light.

Characteristics:

Technique: Oil on wood, signed lower left. Provenance: Bears the stamp of Galerie BERNHEIM-Jeune on the reverse, from the exhibition held around 1980.

Dimensions:

Without frame: Height 11.8 inches, Length 15.7 inches.

Framed: Height 19⅝ inches (50 cm), Length 24 inches (61 cm)

Condition: In fine original condition.

Biography:

Born in Italy in 1925, Serge Belloni settled in Paris in 1933. He studied at the École supérieure des Beaux-Arts and held his first exhibition at the age of 21. Throughout his life, he devoted himself to painting, working every day, in all weather, to capture the essence of Paris.

His travels to Holland allowed him to master the techniques of the Flemish masters, which he perfected throughout his career. His works are present in prestigious collections around the world, from Paris to New York, via Milan and Moscow.

Distinctions:

First Painting Award in Versailles (1949)

Marie Bashkirtseff Award (1952)

Silver Medal and Vermeil Medal of the City of Paris (1980)

Collections:

Carnavalet Museum, Paris

CA’ Pesaro Museum, Venice