Luigi Loir (1845–1916) French, Oil on Canvas Impressionist Landscape, "Town's Edge". Small oil on canvas landscape painting viewing the edge of a small, rural town in dusky light. Signed lower left. Framed.

Overall Size: 14 1/2 x 16 1/2 in.
Sight Size: 4 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.
 

Luigi Loir (1845–1916) was a French painter, illustrator, and lithographer renowned for his vivid portrayals of Parisian life during the Belle Époque. Born in Goritz, Austria, to French parents serving the exiled Bourbon royal family, he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Parma before settling in Paris in the 1860s. Loir gained acclaim for his atmospheric cityscapes, capturing the evolving urban landscape of Paris with a keen eye for light and movement. His works, often depicting bustling streets and modern infrastructure like the Métro, are celebrated for their dynamic composition and attention to detail. Beyond painting, Loir contributed to commercial art, creating posters and illustrations for brands such as LU biscuits. His contributions to art were recognized with numerous awards, including a gold medal at the 1889 Exposition Universelle and the title of Chevalier of the Légion d'honneur in 1898. Loir's artworks are housed in prestigious institutions worldwide, including the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and the National Gallery in Prague.