Paris France Pont Neuf and Seine Colour Aquatint Pencil Signed E Camus

Description

Paris Pont Neuf aquatint signed E. Camus

This Paris Pont Neuf aquatint presents a view of the bridge and the Seine, combining architectural detail with softly coloured foliage and reflections. The print is titled “Le Pont-Neuf” in pencil in the upper left margin and signed E. Camus in pencil at the lower right.

The bridge extends across the composition, its stone arches and substantial piers reflected in the water below. An equestrian statue appears near the centre, while boats lie alongside the riverbank on the right. Buildings rise behind the bridge and contribute to the distinctly Parisian character of the scene.

A large tree frames the left side of the image. Its dark trunk and branches contrast with the lighter façades beyond. Restrained touches of yellow, pink and green complement the grey-blue tones of the sky and water. The combination of defined lines and tonal passages gives the composition depth and atmosphere.

The view will appeal to collectors of Paris prints, French architectural subjects and river landscapes. Its modest size also makes it suitable for a collection of works on paper or a display devoted to the Seine and its bridges.

Details

Subject: Le Pont-Neuf in Paris France.
Medium: colour aquatint on paper.
Signature: E. Camus in pencil at the lower right.
Title: “Le Pont-Neuf” handwritten in pencil above the image.
Reverse: handwritten identification “Pont Neuf — Paris”.
Date: XIXe
Sheet dimensions: 27.3 × 21.5 cm.
Image dimensions: 21.3 × 15.5 cm.