Les Calanques

20th-century oil on hardboard signed J. Dubut for Jeanne Dubut (1889-1972) and located as Cassis (French Riviera) on the back.

A luminous and instantly recognizable view of the Calanques of Cassis, where towering white limestone cliffs meet the shimmering azure waters of the Mediterranean. A solitary boat drifts gently, its sail absent, while a lone figure pushes off from the rocks with a long pole—an intimate, almost poetic gesture that anchors the composition.

Dubut’s post-Impressionist touch brings the scene to life, with a radiant palette of ochre, gold, and deep blues that capture the warmth and vibrancy of the Riviera. The unique vertical format enhances the depth of the landscape, drawing the eye from the crystalline waters upward toward the sunlit cliffs.

A quintessential tribute to the South of France, this painting would make a striking addition to a bright, airy space—its coastal charm perfectly suited to a white wall or a sunlit corner.

About Jeanne Dubut (1889-1972)

Born on September 6, 1889, in Angers, and passing away in 1972, Jeanne Dubut was a French artist whose career flourished in the early 20th century. She studied under Ferdinand Humbert and Henry Lerolle, two prominent figures of French art at the time.

A member of the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, Jeanne Dubut was an active participant in Parisian art salons. She exhibited at the Salon des Indépendants in 1927 and presented a still life at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1929.

• Overall Size: 21.6" x 16.5" / 55cm x 42cm.
• Size without frame: 18.1" x 12.9" / 46cm x 33cm.
• Country of origin: France.
• Signature: Jeanne Dubut (1889-1972).
• Creation date: Mid-20th century. 
• Condition: The work is in very good condition despite 2 small losses in the top left, on the highest cliff. If desired, we can fix this before sending. The more modern light wooden frame has a few impacts. 
• Materials: Oil painting on hardboard with a modern wooden light frame.
• Shipping: Complimentary shipping to the US and Europe. A surcharge will be applied for deliveries to Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.