French 19th Century Oil On Canvas By Vicomte Ludovic- Napoléon Lepic

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Exceptional 19th century marine oil on canvas by Ludovic-Napoléon Lepic.Vicomte Ludovic-Napoléon Lepic (1839-1889) was the son of one of the Emperor Napoléon’s adjutants. He chose an artistic career for himself. Successively a pupil of Cabanel, Wappers and Verlat, he studied at Gleyre’s studio with Bazille and Monet, whom he befriended. He was also a close acquaintance of Degas, and he often went riding with the painter's brothers. Lepic worked in Paris, in Berck and at the seaside. Degas persuaded him to exhibit at the 1st Impressionist exhibition in 1874, where Lepic showed 4 watercolors. At the 2nd Impressionist Exhibition at Durand-Ruel’s Gallery in 1876, Lepic demonstrated 36 of his landscapes. Through his private income and influence he supported his fellow painters. He achieved surprising effects through new graphic techniques. In 1872, Lepic founded the Musée d’Aix-les-Bains and became its first curator. In 1879, he had an individual exhibition at the Gallery “La vie moderne”. Lepic traveled to Egypt and Pompeii, where he took part in excavations. In 1883, he exhibited at the Musée des Arts décoratifs. Viscount Lepic was accepted into the Legion of Honour. The quality and detail of the work is apparent. The painting is 25 inches wide by 18 inches tall. Very good condition with moderate rubbing on the edges from the frame.

Item ID: 1497

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19th century oil Ludovic-Napoléon Lepic