Paul Sérusier, Bringing Us Closer to Reality

Published on 08 February 2024, by Claire Papon and Sophie reyssat

Auction on 15 February 2024 - 18:00 (CET) - 118, rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré - 75008 Paris

This painting by Paul Sérusier is the star of a sale that also includes drawings and writings by Pablo Picasso. Hailing from the family of Max Pellequer, The Wheat Threshers of 1893 makes its first appearance on the art market.

Paul Sérusier (1864-1927), The Wheat Threshers, 1893, oil on canvas, 91 x 73 cm/25.8... Paul Sérusier, Bringing Us Closer to Reality

Paul Sérusier (1864-1927), The Wheat Threshers, 1893, oil on canvas, 91 x 73 cm/25.8 x 10.15 in.
Estimate: €600,000/900,000

These wheat threshers exude a strength far exceeding that of the men and women engaged in the task... The figures face each other, giving rhythm to the composition with their stylized silhouettes: those at the back of the scene, with their arms raised, are preparing to slam their tools on the ground, while those with their backs to the viewer are bent…

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