This French Impressionist oil on canvas by Élisée Maclet (1881–1962) captures the romance and character of Paris through the eyes of one of Montmartre’s most distinctive painters. Born in Picardy, Maclet moved to Paris in 1906 and settled in Montmartre, where he became part of the extraordinary artistic community that surrounded the cafés, cabarets, and winding streets of the neighborhood. Signed lower right and presented in its original frame, this painting measures 31.5” × 25” framed and 23.5” × 18” unframed.
Maclet exhibited at the Salon des Humoristes and quickly attracted influential admirers. The Paris dealer Dosbourg purchased his paintings, providing the young artist with important recognition and financial support. His colorful views of Montmartre became increasingly sought after, while American dealer Hugo Perlsall became one of his strongest supporters. Maclet’s work was displayed alongside paintings by artists including Van Gogh and Picasso in Paris galleries.
A particularly memorable chapter came in the 1920s, when Maclet was encouraged to paint in the South of France. His brilliant landscapes and floral still lifes were sent to America, where collectors competed for his work. Paintings from this period were acquired by museums in Lyon, Grenoble, and Monte Carlo. His institutional recognition continued, with works entering the Musée National d’Art Moderne and the Musée de la Ville de Paris.
Maclet’s enduring appeal lies in his ability to transform familiar places into colorful, atmospheric paintings full of personality. His Paris scenes in particular have become highly collectible. This work would bring authentic French character, history, and lively Impressionist color to a sophisticated collected interior.
Measurements: 31.5” × 25” framed and 23.5” × 18” unframed.
This French Impressionist oil on canvas by Élisée Maclet (1881–1962) captures the romance and character of Paris through the eyes of one of Montmartre’s most distinctive painters. Born in Picardy, Maclet moved to Paris in 1906 and settled in Montmartre, where he became part of the extraordinary artistic community that surrounded the cafés, cabarets, and winding streets of the neighborhood. Signed lower right and presented in its original frame, this painting measures 31.5” × 25” framed and 23.5” × 18” unframed.
Maclet exhibited at the Salon des Humoristes and quickly attracted influential admirers. The Paris dealer Dosbourg purchased his paintings, providing the young artist with important recognition and financial support. His colorful views of Montmartre became increasingly sought after, while American dealer Hugo Perlsall became one of his strongest supporters. Maclet’s work was displayed alongside paintings by artists including Van Gogh and Picasso in Paris galleries.
A particularly memorable chapter came in the 1920s, when Maclet was encouraged to paint in the South of France. His brilliant landscapes and floral still lifes were sent to America, where collectors competed for his work. Paintings from this period were acquired by museums in Lyon, Grenoble, and Monte Carlo. His institutional recognition continued, with works entering the Musée National d’Art Moderne and the Musée de la Ville de Paris.
Maclet’s enduring appeal lies in his ability to transform familiar places into colorful, atmospheric paintings full of personality. His Paris scenes in particular have become highly collectible. This work would bring authentic French character, history, and lively Impressionist color to a sophisticated collected interior.
Measurements: 31.5” × 25” framed and 23.5” × 18” unframed.
