Small painting, by G. Gratigny

A small oil on board depicting a rural winter scene, with a snow-covered cottage and two trees. With soft lines and gently contrasting colours. Set in a wooden frame. There are small brown dots throughout, possibly a voluntary addition by the painter. It is titled 'Neige à Barentin', signed twice 'G. Gratigny' and dated '1940' on the back. Barentin is a small town in Normandy.

(W42cm x H34cm x D3cm)