Ancient table, folk dance, A. Guillaud (1948)

Charming scene of folk dance capturing a couple in motion, full of life and colour. This oil on canvas is signed A. Guillaud and dated March 1948, providing an authentic testimony of the post-war period and the enthusiasm for European popular traditions. The treatment is both precise and expressive, with bold colours and a dynamic composition that evokes the world of illustration while retaining the charm of old painting. The canvas is presented in a moulded wooden frame in the Louis XV style. Artist: A. Guillaud. Date: March 1948. Technique: Oil on canvas. Framing: Moulded wood, Louis XV style. Condition: Generally good condition, signs of wear on the frame, noted lack (see photo).