From his twelfth year he practiced successfully in Paris as a painter of fans. At 21 he first exhibited at the Salon. Having lost his money by the failure of a Paris bank, he moved in 1890 to New York and in 1896 held an exhibition of flower pieces which secured him instant recognition. In 1899 he moved to California and two years later built a beautiful house at Hollywood, which became celebrated for its magnificent flower gardens. De Longpre painted only perfect specimens of flowers; with delicacy of touch and feeling for bosoms he united scientific knowledge, and he also knew how to give expression to the subtle essence of the flowers.
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Hélène Glehen says
Bonjour,
What a beautiful and exquisite painting. I am a French painter but I never learned about Paul de Longpré before you posted that.
I am happy to have stopped by your blog.
Thank you.
Hélène – http://www.artglehen.blogspot.com
http://www.artglehen.fr
~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~ says
What a lovely gift. Thanks for sharing.
~ ~Ahrisha~ ~
Deb says
Gorgeous painting….I love peonies (or pineys, as my Mamaw always called them!!!)
Ann says
That is a very pretty painting and the frame is so unique. I just love it
Janice says
That picture is 'so you', what a kind gift from your cousin.
Katie@LeBeauPaonVictorien says
What a beautiful painting! What a wonderful gift. I'd love to have this hanging in my home.
Mildred says
Very delicate and pretty. It is just the right touch for your living room. Do you have any peonies in your garden?
marie says
The painting is beautiful ~ but the frame is what caught my eye. Love the frame!
Kim @ Starshine Chic says
I love it!!!! Just stunning.
FLOWERSHOPGURL says
Hello, What a beautiful, lovely, painting. I am so glad I stopped by, I love it and appreciate you sharing.
Hugz,
Kim
Gee says
What a gorgeous painting. I love it and thanks for sharing.
Lady Farmer says
Oh, I just love Paul de Longpre's paintings! I would love to have one someday. A lovely gift from your cousin!
Blessings!