Signed in pencil lower right and annotated No 4 lower left. Rene Lorrain studied under Gustave Moreau at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He began exhibiting his color etchings and aquatints at the Paris Salon after 1910. Lorrain's art was awarded a bronze medal in 1920 and a gold medal in 1924. During his career, Rene became best known for his landscapes and city scenes, mostly after the watercolors and paintings of his contemporaries. Lorrain also created etching for illustrated books such as Georges Rodenbach's, "Bruges la Morete" (1930). Lorrain first exhibited at a salon in Nancy and then at the Salon of French Artists from 1910-1939. Frame Measurements H 22" W 17.5" Provenance: Frank H. Boos Gallery, Bloomfield Hills, MI; From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI. Provenance: From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.