Dear Peter,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

This undated oil painting appears to be by the female French artist Maurille Prevost (b. 1929). This is a colorful abstract street scene with Figures. It measures 10 "x 12", and it is signed "Maurille Prevost" on the top left. The condition appears to be good overall.

Maurille Prevost studied at l’École des Beaux Arts in Paris. Over the years, she developed her style of painting by depicting the old streets of Paris. She has always been intrigued by the use of bright colors.

The estimation highlighted in red above is based on comparables offered and sold at auction in the last five years. The subject work's size, the composition, condition (based on photographs and comments provided), and the artists' current auction market were considered when determining the estimate.

In many cases, pricing for similar items available on the primary (retail) market vary and are often higher than secondary (auction) market examples.

Best regards,

Karine