Landscape Painting of Mont Saint-Michel by M. Legendre

This rectangular landscape artwork depicts the historic tidal island of Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy, France. The piece is rendered in a soft, atmospheric style, likely using oil or acrylic on board or canvas. The palette is dominated by muted earth tones including grays, browns, and dark greens, creating a misty, overcast mood. In the foreground, a small, dark wooden boat is docked near a shoreline with skeletal, leafless trees to the left. The abbey rises majestically in the background, reflected in the calm waters of the bay. The artist's signature, 'M. Legendre,' is clearly visible in the lower right corner, identifying it as a work by Maurice Legendre (French, 1928-2020), known for his architectural and landscape views. The work is housed in a contemporary wooden frame with a medium-brown finish and a thin inner gold-tone lip. It features a beige mat with a darker brown core reveal. The overall condition appears stable, though there is visible glare on the glass surface and some minor dust accumulation. The craftsmanship shows professional brushwork with a focus on capturing dramatic lighting and architectural silhouettes. This style is consistent with mid-to-late 20th-century French landscape art intended for the decorative market.