PARSUS Pierre

Biography of Pierre Parsus

Pierre Parsus (1921-2022) is a French painter and engraver recognized for his figurative world full of poetry and light. Born in Paris, he studied at the National School of Fine Arts, where he develops a solid classic formation before asserting a very personal style.

Throughout his career, Pierre Parsus has explored varied themes, ranging from Mediterranean landscapes to the scenes of everyday life, through more symbolic compositions. Its art is distinguished by a great sensitivity to light and a rich and nuanced palette.

Style and influences

Pierre Parsus style rests on a poetic and sensitive figuration. His compositions, both structured and light, reveal his attachment to landscapes and nature. The artist draws his inspiration from the Mediterranean, including Languedoc and Provence, where he lived and worked a lot of his life.

Influenced by the masters of the French modern painting, Pierre Parsus combines tradition and modernity in a work marked by the search for harmony and serenity. His lithographs and engravings translate the same artistic requirement as his paintings.

Exhibitions and recognition

Pierre Parsus has exhibited in many galleries and institutions in France and abroad. He has also carried out monumental works, including frescoes, and collaborated on public and religious projects.
His creations appear in several private and museum collections, confirming his role in contemporary French painting.

The works of Pierre Parsus at the gallery 125

The 125 Gallery offers original works by Pierre Parsus, including lithographs, testifying to its sensitivity and bright universe. These pieces offer a great opportunity to acquire an authentic creation of a major artist of the twentieth century.