Mid-Century French Floral Oil Painting – Signed “P. la Puy” – Dated 1965 – Original Gilt Frame
Description
An elegant and atmospheric floral still life, painted and boldly dated 1965 — right at the heart of the mid-century era, one of today’s most desirable interior design trends.
Discovered on a summer sourcing trip to northern France, this elongated vertical canvas captures a spray of daisies, cornflowers, and meadow blossoms glowing against a dramatic near-black ground. Signed “P. la Puy” (possibly P. de Pury), it is a rare example of a decorative French floral work with a precise mid-century date.
The painting remains in its original gilt frame, slender and architectural, which enhances its elongated format — a form increasingly sought after by collectors and designers alike.
On the reverse, fascinating inscriptions tell part of its story:
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In black paint: “P. la Puy 1965”
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In pencil on the stretcher: “Mr Rouard … 51F … Die Ganto … Guillano” — notes typical of framers or dealers, suggesting the painting once circulated through the gallery trade in France or Belgium.
With its confirmed 1965 date, this painting not only brings mid-century authenticity into your home but also offers timeless decorative appeal, making it ideal for a statement corner, a hallway, or as part of a curated gallery wall.
Key Features
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Mid-Century French School (1965)
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Signed P. la Puy / de Pury?
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Dated 1965 to the reverse
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Original gilt frame
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Rare elongated vertical format
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Provenance: sourced in northern France
Dimensions
62 cm tall × 22 cm wide × 3 cm deep (including frame)
Condition
Very good vintage condition. Original canvas with stable craquelure and natural patina. Frame with gentle age wear, consistent with its mid-century origin. Ready to hang.
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About The French Art Club
Each painting in the French Art Club collection is personally sourced in France, where we uncover treasures from village brocantes, flea markets, and hidden ateliers. With over 25 years of experience, Polly Finlay brings both expertise and a storyteller’s heart to each discovery.
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