Salisbury Antiques Centre

Description

An atmospheric oil on canvas laid on board depicting a lively Parisian street scene near the Pont Neuf, with the Equestrian Statue of Henry IV visible within the composition. The work is by Merio Ameglio, well known for his romanticised views of Paris painted during the mid 20th century.

The scene captures the charm of the city at dusk, street lamps casting a warm golden glow across rain-swept pavements. Elegantly dressed figures stroll along the boulevard, while a flower seller and passing carriage animate the foreground. Reflections shimmer across the ground, and the distant monument provides architectural structure and a strong sense of place.

Signed lower right, the painting dates to the mid 20th century, circa 1940s–1950s, a period for which Ameglio’s Parisian scenes are particularly sought after. The canvas is presented in a complementary gilt frame that enhances the warmth and tonal richness of the composition.

A decorative and evocative Parisian cityscape, ideal for collectors of European mid-century painting or interiors seeking a classic and atmospheric view of the French capital.