Mid Century French Pastel Drawing of Coastal Hillside with Sea and Town View

Title: Mid Century French Pastel Drawing of Coastal Hillside with Sea and Town View Artist: Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) Medium: Oil Pastel on artist paper Size: 19.25 (height) x 25.75 (width) Signed: Yes Condition: Good Provenance: All the paintings we have by this artist have come from the artist’s estate Description: This captivating drawing presents a sweeping view of a coastal town nestled on a hillside overlooking the sea. The composition leads the viewer’s eye from the lush greenery of the hillside in the foreground to the expanse of the town below, with the shimmering sea and a distant lighthouse on the horizon. The soft morning or evening light creates a serene, warm atmosphere, illuminating the hills and town with a golden hue. Vignon’s mastery of oil pastel is evident in the rich textures and colors used to depict the landscape. The varied greens of the foliage contrast beautifully with the warm yellows and ochres of the sunlit areas. The houses and buildings in the town are rendered in delicate detail, adding depth and perspective to the scene. The trees in the foreground, with their vibrant green leaves, frame the composition, while the distant hills and sea create a tranquil, expansive backdrop.