C. Patin Huge Vintage European Cityscape/ Landscape Oil Painting Gilt Frame

This vintage original large oil painting on canvas opens onto a broad natural setting with a calm body of water in the foreground, its reflective surface subtly mirroring the sky and surrounding forms. Along the shoreline, small figures and structures appear as secondary elements, leading the eye toward a monumental architectural silhouette emerging softly in the distance, partially veiled by light and atmosphere.

The artist employs loose, expressive brushwork and softened contours to prioritize mood, depth, and spatial harmony over topographical precision. 

Stylistically, the work aligns with European decorative landscape painting of the second half of the 20th century, drawing inspiration from Impressionist traditions while maintaining a more modern, expressive handling of paint. 

The painting is signed “C. Patin” and presented in an ornate gilt wood frame, which adds contrast and formality to the atmospheric, painterly composition and allows the work to be displayed immediately without additional framing. 

📏 Measurements: Framed: approx. 57.5" x 33.5", Canvas: approx. 48" x 24"

🖋️ Signature: Signed lower left “C. Patin”

🖼️ Frame: Original ornate gilt wood frame with classical decorative motifs

📦 Shipping: Shipped with care from Florida. Local pickup available.

Condition
Good vintage condition overall.  Frame shows minor scuffs, patina, and wear consistent with age and use.

Artist Biography
C. Patin is an unidentified European artist, likely active in the late 20th century. The style aligns with European decorative landscape painting of the period, influenced by Impressionism.

Please note
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