Interior with Flowers – Nature Morte

Limouse Roger Marcel, born on October 18, 1894, in Collo, Algeria, evolved into a distinguished French painter under the mentorship of Paul Albert Laurens at the Académie Julian. Renowned for his vibrant Fauvist style, Limouse was the senior member of the poetic reality painters, contributing significantly to the École de Paris.

Raised in Algeria and Tunisia, Limouse’s artistic journey began in Paris in 1919, where he honed his craft under Laurens. His colorful figurative artworks captivated audiences, leading to recognition in prestigious salons.

Elected to Salon d’Automne in 1933, Limouse continued to exhibit regularly at notable venues. His artistic achievements were further acknowledged in 1933 when he received the Prix des Vikings, enabling exploration in Norway, the Netherlands, and Belgium.

Jacques de Laprade praised Limouse’s powerful personality in 1943, and in 1948, he became a professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Limouse’s contributions to the colorful and intimate figurative style were acknowledged in Gisèle d’Assailly’s book “Avec les Peintres de la réalité poétique.”

Limouse’s wanderlust took him to the Mediterranean, leaving an artistic imprint on Italy, Spain, Morocco, and Madagascar. His residences in southern France and extended stays in Morocco showcase his profound connection with diverse landscapes.

From illustrating catalogs for Maison Nicolas to crafting menus for the France ocean liner, Limouse’s artistic versatility shone through. The Limouse Foundation in Chester, England, established in 1985, commemorates his illustrations for Charles Baudelaire’s “Les Fleurs du Mal.”

Roger Limouse passed away on December 31, 1989, at the age of 95, leaving a lasting legacy as a masterful French painter celebrated for his vivid and poetic contributions to the art world. The Limouse Museum of the Flowers of Evil in Chester pays homage to his artistic journey.