Théodore Levigne (1848-1912) - The Game of Blind Man's Buff, oil on canvas, circa 1880-1890

Théodore Levigne (1848-1912) - The Game of Blind Man's Buff, oil on canvas, circa 1880-1890

Théodore Levigne, master of the Lyon School, transports us to a charming and light-hearted pastoral scene with his work "The Game of Blind Man's Buff." Inspired by the great painters of the 17th and 18th centuries such as Fragonard, Watteau, and Lancret, Levigne captures the essence of the gallant banter of that era.

This refined composition immerses us in a bucolic atmosphere where a young woman, blindfolded, is about to start a game of Blind Man's Buff. The vibrant colors and intricate details of the canvas invite us to share this moment of joy and carefree fun.

The work, signed in the lower right corner, is beautifully enhanced by a carved wooden frame with gilded stucco, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication.

Dimensions:

Without frame: Height 28.7 inches - Length 42.1 inches

With frame: Height 37.4 inches - Length 42.1 inches

Condition: In fine original condition

Biography:

Théodore Levigne, born on November 17, 1848, in Noirétable and died on November 11, 1912, in Lyon, was a French painter whose talent marked the 19th and 20th centuries. From a young age, he showed a passion for painting and drawing, entering the École des Beaux-Arts in Lyon at just twelve years old. He quickly received awards and became a student of renowned masters such as Gérôme and Alexandre Cabanel.

His travels in the Mediterranean and Italy enriched his art, allowing him to master a variety of pictorial genres: landscapes, genre scenes, portraits, still lifes, and historical and military representations.

His works are exhibited in several prestigious museums, including those in Tournus, Chambéry, Nice, Rumilly, and Nuits Saint-Georges.

Reference: Dictionnaire des peintres E. Bénézit

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