Lot 254

Charles Cobelle (French, 1902–1994) After, "Arc de Triomphe, Paris" Watercolor Print, Framed

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Lot 254
Charles Cobelle (French, 1902–1994) After, "Arc de Triomphe, Paris" Watercolor Print, Framed

Charles Cobelle (French, 1902–1994) After, "Arc de Triomphe, Paris" Watercolor Print, Framed

Current Bid: $5

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by California Auction Company LLC
August 1, 2026 9:00 AM PDT
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Stockton, CA, US 95205

A charming framed watercolor print after the work of renowned French artist Charles Cobelle (1902–1994), depicting the iconic Arc de Triomphe overlooking one of Paris's bustling café-lined boulevards. Executed in Cobelle's signature impressionistic style, the composition features delicate ink outlines enhanced with luminous watercolor washes, capturing pedestrians strolling beneath leafy trees while the monumental Arc rises majestically in the background. Charles Cobelle is celebrated for his romantic interpretations of Parisian life, producing evocative scenes of cafés, boulevards, flower markets, and historic landmarks that became synonymous with mid-century decorative French art. His expressive use of color and fluid draftsmanship successfully conveyed the elegance and vitality of Paris, making his works enduring favorites among collectors and interior designers alike. This unsigned watercolor print faithfully reproduces one of Cobelle's classic Paris street scenes and is professionally matted beneath glass in an attractive gilt frame with a pale celadon mat. Its timeless subject matter and refined presentation make it an ideal decorative artwork for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

  • Literature: Charles Cobelle's Parisian street scenes and landmark views remain among his most recognizable compositions and have been widely reproduced. Comparable examples depicting the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and Montmartre are well represented in galleries and the secondary art market specializing in decorative French artwork.
  • Circa: Late 20th century, circa 1970s–1990s.
  • Condition: Unsigned watercolor print. Appears to be in very good overall vintage condition with strong color and no visible areas of significant toning or damage. Professionally matted under glass in a gilt-finished frame exhibiting light age-appropriate wear including minor surface scuffs. Not examined out of frame.

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