Reverie in the fountain

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Gaston de Latouche (French, 1854-1913)
Reverie in the fountain
signed 'Gaston La Touche' (lower left)
oil on canvas
38 7/8 x 32 in. (98.8 x 81.3 cm.)

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Lot Essay

Latouche was inaugerated in the Palais d'Industrie under Meissonier and Puvis. He was a painter born out of classical tradition, widely respected in his day. He was awarded many medals, including a gold in 1900, and was made Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur in 1900, and Officier in 1909. His works are conserved in Paris and Alencon.

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