Mid 1900-1999 1950s French Oil Still Life Pink Fish & Lemons on Plate

Still Life of Fish (see notes below) by Regine David (female French artist, 1910-2018) oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 20 x 24 inches condition: This painting is in very good condition, with vibrant colors and well-preserved details. The canvas is intact, showing no signs of significant damage or restoration work. The artwork is unframed, allowing for custom framing to suit your specific aesthetic preferences. Provenance: from the artists estate, Paris Description: The painting shows a still life with various types of fish and lemons, along with prawns or shrimp. The fish appear to include: Red Mullet – The reddish-pink fish with distinct long bodies, known for their vibrant color. Sea Bream – The larger fish with a grayish tone and a more rounded shape, possibly a type of bream or another similar species. Mackerel – The bottom fish appears to be a mackerel or another similar species, with a more silvery sheen and elongated body. These are common fish found in Mediterranean or European markets, often used in still life paintings to represent simple, everyday objects. The lemons and shrimp complete the composition, adding contrast in both color and texture.