Early 20th C. French “Le Départ De L’Hôtellerie” Equestrian Print in Giltwood Frame

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An evocative early 20th-century French print titled Le Départ de l’Hôtellerie, depicting mounted travelers preparing to depart a country inn. … Read more An evocative early 20th-century French print titled Le Départ de l’Hôtellerie, depicting mounted travelers preparing to depart a country inn. The composition derives from the 17th-century painting of the same title by Dutch artist Pieter van Laer, whose original work is held in the collection of the Louvre.

Rendered in atmospheric monochrome, the scene has the quiet narrative quality that works so beautifully in layered traditional rooms. The print is presented beneath glass with a generous cream mat and a handsome wood frame accented with gilt molding, giving it enough architectural presence to hang alone while remaining easy to incorporate into a collected gallery wall.

Particularly suited to an English country library, equestrian-inspired study, French country sitting room, or entry hall, where its muted palette would pair naturally with old leather, mahogany, linen, and antique textiles.

Title: Le Départ de l’Hôtellerie
Date: Early 20th Century
Styles: French Country, English Country, Traditional, Equestrian
Dimensions: 22.5"W × 1.75"D × 20.75"H
Materials: Paper, glass, wood and giltwood frame
Condition: Very good antique condition with light age-related wear to the frame and presentation
Subject: Travelers on horseback departing a rural inn
After: Pieter van Laer’s 17th-century composition Le Départ de l’Hôtellerie See less