Portrait painting of Armand Massonet 1964

Very beautiful oil on canvas depicting a male portrait smoking a cigarette, a mature and expressive work by the Belgian painter Armand Massonet, a recognised figure in 20th-century figurative painting. Dated 1964, this portrait belongs to the late period of the artist, characterised by a great freedom of touch and a pronounced psychological exploration. The model is rendered with dense and vibrant paint, prioritising expression and human presence over strict academic likeness. The artist's characteristic work on light is very present, with a deliberately muted and nuanced palette, enhancing the introspective nature of the subject. The work is signed, dated, and presented in an old Montparnasse frame from the early 20th century, reused by the artist or the gallery, a choice perfectly consistent with his training and studio practices. Excellent condition. Dimensions. Frame: 66X75.7 cm. Canvas: 50.5X60 cm.