Raymond Debiève, Nude Woman at Home, 1969, Oil on Paper, Framed

Nude Woman at Home', oil on fine paper (1969), by Raymond Debiève . In a clear nod to Picasso's influence both stylistically and in terms of subject matter (Picasso painted many works with this theme), Debiève painted this tribute to femininity. The artwork depicts a woman confidently standing in her home unclothed. The blue hues of the subject contrast with the warmer tones inside the space. Although b lue is often associated with sadness in many cultures, it is also used extensively to represent calmness and serenity which seems to be more the case in this depiction. The artwork is in good overall condition and is newly framed and glazed with anti-reflective glass. Signed by the artist with two dates in 1969. About the Artist : Raymond Debiève (1931-2011), was born, along with his twin brother, Michel, in the North of France near the border with Belgium. Their parents, of humble origins, noted a talent for drawing and art in both of the boys and encouraged them in that direction. Unfortunately the boys were separated during the war years but reunited afterwards. They attended the School of Fine Arts in Valenciennes after WWII where they were awarded successive 1st prizes in the Concours de Encouragement à l'Art . Raymond not only painted but was a gifted sculptor of metal works as well. In 1960 he exhibited, with great success, a series of very colourful paintings at the Galerie des Flandres in Lille, France and later in his career in Paris and Switzerland. Primarily with respect to his portraits of women, Raymond was undeniably influenced by Picasso. At the same time, he has managed to forge a distinct style which is much admired and now collected. I n 1962 Debiève relocated to Provence with his family where he continued to create and exhibit art until his death in the town of Orange in 2011. Since then, Debiève's star has been on the rise and his works more and more in demand internationally. Dimensions with frame : H 79 cm / 31.1" W 63.5 cm / 25" Dimensions without frame : H 63 cm / 24.8" W 49 cm / 19.3"