1866 Autumn Still Life Painting by H.E. Delorme – Signed, Original Frame 50½ x 40½"

This exquisite still life painting, dated 1866 and signed H.E. Delorme, is a captivating example of 19th-century French art. The large-scale composition features a lush array of autumnal fruits, including grapes, figs, strawberries, and a melon, set against a backdrop of vines and leaves. The painting is embellished with vivid details of butterflies and nasturtiums, bringing the natural scene to life. Housed in its original gilt frame, this oil on canvas exemplifies the skill of a female painter from the prestigious École Française, making it an extraordinary addition to a dining room or art collection.