Peter Foyle
Under the Trees, Menton
| price | £ 2250 |
|---|---|
| type | Oil |
| size | 20 x 24 inches |
| location | Bath 01225 332223 |
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Under the Trees, Menton is a warm, sunlit café scene by acclaimed British artist Peter Foyle, celebrated for his evocative depictions of European street life and his instinctive command of light. Set Read more
in the charming coastal town of Menton on the French Riviera, the painting captures a lively terrace where figures gather beneath broad white parasols, shaded by mature trees and surrounded by soft, ochre‑toned buildings.
Foyle’s loose, impressionistic brushwork and harmonious palette create a sense of movement and relaxed conviviality. Dappled sunlight filters through the foliage, casting shifting patterns across the tables and paving. The figures—suggested with elegant economy—contribute to the painting’s effortless charm, while the interplay of warm and cool tones evokes the gentle Mediterranean atmosphere that defines Foyle’s contribution to Contemporary British Art.
Collectors value Foyle’s paintings for their ability to transport the viewer to moments of leisure, warmth and European elegance. Under the Trees, Menton exemplifies his gift for capturing the essence of place with both sophistication and painterly flair.
