Jean-Louis Forain, French 1852-1931- Portrait de femme; oil on canvas, 36.2 x 28.3cm Provenance: Private Collection, London. Note: Jean-Louis Forain was a French Impressionist known for his paintings and etchings of Parisian nightlife, operas, and cafes. Forain was influenced by his friend and fellow artist Edgar Degas, this is evident in his approach of elements of bright colour on a blurred background, with isolated areas of sharp precision in detail. This approach is evident here, in the portrait of a seated lady. Forain’s works can be found in institutions around the world including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, the Musée d’Orsay, Paris, and the National Gallery, London. Florence Valdès-Forain has issued a certificate of inclusion in the catalogue raisonné, based on photographs provided. framed, in a gilded composition Louis XV style pierced and swept frame with linen slip, late 20th century. Please refer to department for condition report