Ellis island, 2023
Valerie Le Meur

Painting : acrylic

100 x 81 x 2 cm 39.4 x 31.9 x 0.8 inch

€2,250

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Dimensions cm inch

100 x 81 x 2 cm 39.4 x 31.9 x 0.8 inch Height x Width x Depth

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Artwork sold in perfect condition

Artwork location: France

This captivating work illustrates the architectural majesty of an imposing historic building, likely of institutional or municipal origin. The artist has accurately captured every detail of the building, from its imposing red and white brick towers to its elegantly framed windows. The contrast between the red brick and the gray concrete contributes to the depth and visual richness of the composition. The bright blue sky in the background adds a sense of serenity and grandeur to the whole, while the judiciously placed shadows on the pavement in the first part of the work create an atmosphere of liveliness and movement. Of particular note is the presence of an elaborate metal awning on the right of the painting, whose clean, modern lines contrast harmoniously with the classical lines of the main building. This juxtaposition of classical and contemporary elements reveals the artist's ingenuity in marrying different architectural eras into a cohesive visual symphony. The varied textures – from the smooth metal of the awning to the rough stones of the building – are rendered with undisputed technical mastery, giving the viewer an almost tactile sensation. The bold use of colour and light brilliantly captures the vibrant essence of the place, evoking a sense of awe and nostalgia. In short, this painting is an eloquent ode to architecture and history, celebrated through flawless artistic technique and exceptional visual sensitivity. A work that is both imposing and delicate, seducing and fascinating with every glance.

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Valerie Le Meur, Ellis island
France  • 1965

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Born in August 1965 in Boulogne-Billancourt (92), lives and works in Gif-sur-Yvette (91).

Member of the Salon d'Automne, Paris. Member of the Taylor Foundation, Paris.

Sensitive and offbeat by nature with the world around her, it was her encounter with the theater during her high school years that allowed her to discover an artistic universe in which she finally felt "in her place". She continued the theater for years but it was by moving to Gif-sur-Yvette in 2008 that she discovered acrylic painting with established artists. This artistic form becomes obvious because it passes from the role of performer in the theater to that of creator in painting. It will therefore be the artistic expression that will allow her to express her emotions and make a link with the world around her.After several years of lessons and personal work, she decides to face the critical gaze of the public. She then participated in the Festival of artists in her city, Gif-sur-Yvette, in June 2016 where she received an encouraging reception from the public and professionals. Since then, she has been painting full time and exhibiting regularly in France, (Paris region) and provinces) and abroad. Her collectors are French and foreign (Switzerland, Germany, Great Britain, United States, Singapore).

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