03 Paintings, Streets of Paris, François Gall's Montmartre, At the Cafe, with footnotes, Part 96

François Gall, French, 1912-1987

Montmartre, At the Cafe

Oil on canvas

8 3/4 x 10 1/2 inches

Private collection

Estimate for  $3,000 - $5,000 in June 2023

Montmartre is a large hill in Paris's northern 18th arrondissement. It is 130 m high and gives its name to the surrounding district, part of the Right Bank. Montmartre is primarily known for its artistic history, for the white-domed Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur on its summit, and as a nightclub district. More on Montmartre

François Gall (FRENCH, 1912-1987)

Montmartre

Oil on canvas

19¾ x 24 in. (50.2 x 61 cm.)

Private collection

Sold for USD 4,375 in Aug 2012.

Montmartre is talked about by Parisians the way New Yorkers talk about the Village: It's not what it used to be, It's like Disneyland, the artists can't afford to live here anymore, too many tourists etc. There is some truth to these opinions, but there are two ways of approaching this incredibly unique village within the metropolis. The first is to follow the herd instinct and stampede your way up the famous hill, take a picture of yourself on the steps of the basilica, buy an overpriced crepe at the Place du Tertre, get conned into having your portrait sketched, and walk back down clutching newly bought key-rings, postcards, gaudy T-shirts feeling a little mystified about what all the fuss is about. More on Montmartre

François Gall (French/Hungarian, 1912-1987)

Montmartre

Oil on canvas

21 x 251⁄2 in. (53.3 x 64.8 cm.)

Private collection

Sold for USD 12,500 in May 2020.

François Gall (1912 - 1987) , Hungarian by birth, became an impressionist painter in the pure French tradition after he moved to Paris in 1936. He began his studies at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Rome while working in menial jobs to secure a living. Support came in 1939 when the Hungarian government awarded Gall with a scholarship.

Six years later, François Gall established himself in Paris and became a student of Devambez at the National Academy of Fine Arts. The artist greatly admired the first generation impressionist and adopted their concepts for his own interpretations. Parisian scenes and portrayals of women engaged in typically feminine activities were among his preferred subjects.

The artist participated in various Salon exhibitions in Paris and became a favorite with the public. In 1963, he was honoured with the Francis Smith Prize. He died in 1987. More on François Gall

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