Bistro La Bouillie Appraisal

Framed Oil Painting 'Bistro La Bouillie' Street Scene

This item is a framed oil painting or acrylic painting depicting a charming street scene, likely a European bistro or cafe. The painting features a building with a prominent red and white striped awning over a storefront window, which displays the words "BISTRO" and "La Bouillie" (possibly 'La Bastille' or 'La Bouille' as it's difficult to discern from the image) in a golden script. To the left of the storefront, there are tall, slender red accents that resemble stylized foliage or banner-like decorations. A potted green plant sits on the cobblestone-patterned ground in front of the window. Adjacent to the bistro, there's a rustic wooden arched doorway and a wall-mounted lantern. Further to the right, a vibrant green gate or door is visible. The buildings are rendered in warm, muted tones, and the overall color palette suggests an impressionistic style. The composition includes a visible light blue sky in the upper left corner and cobblestone ground details in the foreground. The painting is housed within a substantial, ornate wooden frame. The frame has a rich, medium-to-dark brown finish with visible carving or molding, featuring a repeating scrolled or foliate pattern along its inner and outer edges. There are no visible condition issues on the painting itself, though the frame shows some minor wear consistent with age, particularly a light scuffmark on the bottom center. The craftsmanship appears to be of decent amateur to professional quality, with visible brushstrokes adding texture and depth. The signature, "ANNA CH" possibly, is faintly visible in the lower right corner of the painting. The piece likely dates from the late 20th to early 21st century.