Victor Simonin

Vase de Fleurs

Victor Simonin

Vase de Fleurs

This early to mid-20th-century oil painting by Belgian artist Victor Simonin (1877-1946) depicts a vase of red and pink flowers.

Described as a “tender bohemian”, Simonin was predominantly known for his spirited landscapes and stills. Hailing from Ixelles, his legacy is one of vibrant arrangements underpinned by intelligent compositions - both expressive and respectful of tradition.

He trained at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels and under several masters including the post-impressionist Alfred Bastien (1873-1955), although rarely exhibited through choice. He was also an accomplished violinist until suffering a hand injury.

Simonin achieves so much with just a few deft marks.

Signed in the upper right and framed.

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Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 24” x 27” / 61cm x 69cm
Year of creation: c. 1930
Labels & Inscriptions: Partial label on reverse, possibly relating to the framer.
Provenance: Private collection, Belgium.
Condition: Assessed and approved by our conservator. Cleaned. Settled craquelure. The paint layer is stable.
Artist’s auction maximum: £2,651
Our reference: BRV1779

Conservation & History

We care profoundly about our role as custodians and every piece in the collection has been assessed by our conservator. When required, we undertake professional restoration carefully using reversible techniques and adopt a light touch to retain the aged charm of each work. We also often restore frames rather than replace them as many are original and selected by the artists themselves.

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