French Cubist Style Figurative Abstract Oil Painting Beatrice Werlie

Artist: Beatrice Werlie (French, 21st Century)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 29 x 19.5 inches
Signature: Signed lower right
Provenance: From a private collection of the artist’s work, Normandy, France
Condition: In very good condition

Description
A bold and characterful figurative abstract, constructed through interlocking planes of colour and line. The composition centres on a seated figure, fragmented into geometric forms, with surrounding elements including a stylised flower and vessel. Strong outlines hold the structure together, while areas of red, ochre, pale blue and green create a lively, shifting surface.

There is a clear nod to Cubist language in the treatment of the figure, where multiple viewpoints and flattened forms are brought into a single composition. At the same time, the palette keeps the work warm and approachable, with soft tonal transitions balancing the sharper geometry. Small touches of gold add a subtle lift without overwhelming the overall harmony.

This is a piece that works well as a focal point, particularly in a sitting room or above a console where its structure and colour can be properly appreciated. It pairs naturally with both modern and more traditional interiors, adding energy and interest without feeling overly formal.

Werlie’s work reflects a contemporary engagement with early modernist ideas, reinterpreted in a more personal and expressive way. Paintings such as this bring a sense of individuality to a space, sitting comfortably within a layered and considered interior.