François Bonvin Collection

A Woman Reading, after Pieter Janssens Elinga, 1846-47. Creator: Francois Bonvin
A Woman Reading, after Pieter Janssens Elinga, 1846-47

Still life with fruit, bottle and pottery, 1827-1887. Creator: Francois Bonvin
Still life with fruit, bottle and pottery, 1827-1887

Still life, 1871. Creator: Francois Bonvin
Still life, 1871

The Maid, c. 1875. Creator: Francois Bonvin
The Maid, c. 1875

Young Woman with a Mandolin, Portrait of Louison Kohler, c. 1873-1874. Creator
Young Woman with a Mandolin, Portrait of Louison Kohler, c. 1873-1874. Bonvin was fascinated by the realism of 17th-century Dutch, Flemish, and Spanish still life paintings

The Stretcher Bearer (Study for Le Couvreur tombe ), 1876. Creator
The Stretcher Bearer (Study for " Le Couvreur tombe" ), 1876

The Letter of Admission, Interior of a Convent, c. 1867. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French
The Letter of Admission, Interior of a Convent, c. 1867

Country Street in Alouette, 1861. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
Country Street in Alouette, 1861

Guitar Player, 1861. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
Guitar Player, 1861

Woman at the Spinet, 1860. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
Woman at the Spinet, 1860. The subject of the woman at the piano was a recurrent theme in Bonvins oeuvre. The pianist depicted here was likely Celine Prunaire

Water Carrier Seated on His Yoke, 1861. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
Water Carrier Seated on His Yoke, 1861

A Nun Seated at a Table Knitting, 1862. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
A Nun Seated at a Table Knitting, 1862. Francois Bonvin was a prolific watercolourist, and he developed a lifelong interest in modest religious subjects showing scenes of everyday life

Boat on a Beach, Le Treport, 1854. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
Boat on a Beach, Le Treport, 1854

Attributes of Music, 1863. Creator: Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887)
Attributes of Music, 1863. A lute and flute rest on top of sheet music. This painting was intended to hang above a door, opposite still lifes that represented the other fine arts of painting

life basket strawberries metal cup spoon bottle
Still life, Still life with a basket of strawberries, a metal cup with spoon and a bottle. Francois Bonvin, 1871, canvas, oil paint (paint), h 45.5 cm × w 36 cm d 8.5 cm

Self-Portrait Francois Bonvin French 1817 1887
Self-Portrait; Francois Bonvin (French, 1817 - 1887); 1846 - 1847; Fabricated black chalk with scratching; 33.5 × 24 cm (13 3, 16 × 9 7, 16 in.)

Stretcher Bearer Study Le Couvreur tombé
The Stretcher Bearer (Study for " Le Couvreur tombe" ), 1876. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Black and red chalk with colored chalks, stump work and graphite accents

Woman Spinet 1860 Francois Bonvin French
Woman at the Spinet, 1860. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Fabricated black chalk with touches of brown and red chalk and stumping; sheet: 42 x 30.5 cm (16 9/16 x 12 in.)

A Nun Seated Table Knitting 1862 Francois Bonvin
A Nun Seated at a Table Knitting, 1862. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Gouache and watercolor; sheet: 21.3 x 17.2 cm (8 3/8 x 6 3/4 in.)

series Six Eaux-Fortes Desinees et Gravees par F
the series, Six Eaux-Fortes, Desinees et Gravees par F. Bonvin, Peintre (fifth of six etchings): Country Street in Alouette, 1861

Boat Beach Le Treport 1854 Francois Bonvin
Boat on a Beach, Le Treport, 1854. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Watercolor and gouache over traces of graphite; sheet: 21.8 x 31.9 cm (8 9/16 x 12 9/16 in.)

Attributes Music 1863 Francois Bonvin French
Attributes of Music, 1863. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Oil on fabric; unframed: 62.6 x 116 cm (24 5/8 x 45 11/16 in.)

Water Carrier Seated Yoke 1861 Francois Bonvin
Water Carrier Seated on His Yoke, 1861. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Black chalk and brown crayon; sheet: 42.1 x 31.1 cm (16 9/16 x 12 1/4 in.); secondary support

Young Woman Mandolin Portrait Louison Kohler
Young Woman with a Mandolin, Portrait of Louison Kohler, c. 1873-1874. Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887). Oil on fabric; framed: 70.5 x 62.2 x 7.6 cm (27 3/4 x 24 1/2 x 3 in.); unframed

Franazois Bonvin (French, 1817 - 1887), La Porte de St Malo a Dinan, 1871, etching on laid paper

Still life, Francois Bonvin, 1871

Interior of Abbey of Aramont; Francois Bonvin, French, 1817 - 1887; 1869; Brush with brown wash and watercolor and white gouache over graphite; 30.8 x 27.8 cm (12 1/8 x 10 15/16 in.)

Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887), Le Dessert, 1862, etching on laid paper

Francois Bonvin (French, 1817-1887), Premiere Suite de dix eaux-fortes, 1861-1871, complete portfolio of ten etchings with original wrappers and list of prints

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François Bonvin, a renowned French artist from the 19th century, captivated audiences with his masterful depictions of everyday life. In his painting "A Woman Reading, " inspired by Pieter Janssens Elinga's work, Bonvin skillfully captures the quiet intimacy of a woman engrossed in her book. The delicate play of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, making it come alive. In "The Maid, " created around 1875, Bonvin showcases his ability to capture human emotions. The maid's weary expression hints at the hardships she endures while carrying out her daily tasks. With each stroke of his brush, Bonvin manages to evoke empathy and understanding for those often overlooked in society. One cannot help but be enchanted by "Young Woman with a Mandolin. " This portrait of Louison Kohler exudes elegance and grace as she delicately holds her instrument. Through meticulous attention to detail, Bonvin brings out the young woman's inner beauty and passion for music. "The Stretcher Bearer" is a study that reveals Bonvin's dedication to capturing reality in its rawest form. This powerful depiction portrays an individual burdened by their duty as they carry another person on a stretcher. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by unsung heroes who selflessly aid others during times of need. Bonvin also explored interior scenes such as "The Letter of Admission. " Set within the confines of a convent, this painting offers glimpses into secluded lives filled with contemplation and devotion. The soft lighting creates an atmosphere that invites reflection on one's own journey through life. Venturing outdoors in "Country Street in Alouette, " Bonvin transports us to rustic landscapes where simplicity reigns supreme. His keen eye for detail allows us to immerse ourselves fully in this idyllic setting where villagers go about their daily routines amidst charming cottages and winding streets.