Italian school (XVII) - Allegoria

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Caterina Maffeis
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Allegoria, an oil on canvas painting from the 18th century in the Italian decorative allegorical style, measuring 70 by 68.5 cm, unsigned, originating from Italy and attributed to Scuola italiana (XVII).

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Oil painting on canvas depicting an allegorical scene of mythological taste with a female figure crowned with flowers, accompanied by putti and figures tied to the natural elements.

The composition, arranged dynamically with figures among clouds and flowing drapery, recalls Italian decorative painting of the 17th century. The scenographic setting and the soft rendering of the anatomies are consistent with an eighteenth-century production of Italian milieu.

The work shows good execution quality and fits within the context of decorative allegorical painting of the era.

Oil painting on canvas depicting an allegorical scene of mythological taste with a female figure crowned with flowers, accompanied by putti and figures tied to the natural elements.

The composition, arranged dynamically with figures among clouds and flowing drapery, recalls Italian decorative painting of the 17th century. The scenographic setting and the soft rendering of the anatomies are consistent with an eighteenth-century production of Italian milieu.

The work shows good execution quality and fits within the context of decorative allegorical painting of the era.

Details

Artist
Italian school (XVII)
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Allegoria
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Height
70 cm
Width
68.5 cm
Period
18th century
ItalyVerified
41
Objects sold
Private

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