Afternoon Reflections on the Left Bank Paris

Afternoon Reflections on the Left Bank Paris 76cm x 61cm Original Oil on Belgian Linen on board

Ramon’s Inspiration: – “The colours of a misty autumn morning are reflected in the wet pavements on the Place de Petit Pont situated on the Left Bank of Paris. The bright colours of the flower display and the red awning on the corner café make a colourful statement, standing out against the misty background where the filtered sunlight is highlighting the old stonework of the Notre Dame Cathedral. This beautiful cathedral was built in the years between 1163 and 1330 as a place of worship for the people of Paris and has since that date been the city’s anchor during wars, revolutions, changes in government, the decline of the powerful French royal family and subsequent years of neglect. More recently, the cathedral was nearly destroyed by fire, but now once again stands proud and restored – a symbol of strength to the people of Paris.”

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