PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT PRIVATE COLLECTION (LOTS 7-14)
PAUL LUCIEN MAZE (BRITISH/FRENCH, 1887-1979)
Trooping the Colour
signed 'Paul Maze' (lower right)
oil on canvas
40 x 73 cm. (15 3/4 x 28 3/4 in.)

Paul Maze was a British-French artist known for his impressionistic and post-impressionistic style of painting. He became a member of the Royal Society of British Artists and the Royal Institute of Oil Painters. His paintings were highly regarded, and he had successful exhibitions in London, Paris, New York, and other major cities.

Paul Maze's art is characterized by his ability to capture the fleeting moments of nature and the play of light. His work reflects a strong influence of the Impressionist movement, with vibrant brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the atmosphere and mood of a scene.

Trooping the Colour is an annual military ceremony in the UK celebrating the monarch's official birthday. It began over 260 years ago as a way for troops to recognize their colors in battle. The event involves marching, the Trooping the Colour ceremony, and a royal procession. It showcases military pageantry, culminating in a balcony appearance by the royal family at Buckingham Palace. It's a symbol of heritage, unity, and loyalty to the monarchy.