Italian school (XX) - Dama che legge

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Dama che legge, an oil painting on canvas from the 1960s in the Art Déco style by Scuola italiana (XX), origin Italy, signed by hand, 71 cm high by 61 cm wide, original edition, sold with a wooden gilded frame.

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EXCEPTIONALLY WITHOUT RESERVATION!

A refined oil painting on canvas from the 20th century, with a classic taste and delicately poetic.

The work depicts a young woman seated on a bench in a garden, immersed in a moment of quiet reflection while holding a small flowering branch between her fingers.

Beside her, an open book suggests an intimate and contemplative scene, almost suspended in time, where reading and nature blend harmoniously.

Behind her, lush vegetation enriched with fruits and small flowers creates an elegant, well-balanced decorative backdrop.

The female figure is rendered with great tenderness, through soft lines and a subdued color palette that enhances the complexion and the drapery of the dress.

The subdued light contributes to a serene and contemplative atmosphere, while the balanced composition recalls the academic painting tradition.

The painting stands out for its attention to detail, from the rendering of the fabric to the leaves, and the delicate expression of the face, giving the work a strong decorative value.

Ideal for elegant, classical, or romantic environments, it represents a choice of great taste for collectors and lovers of figurative painting.

Frame in finely crafted gilded wood with rich embossed ornamental motifs, of great visual impact and perfectly in line with the style of the work.

Please note that, given the age of the piece, there may be small defects, splits or missing parts: natural signs of time that attest to its authenticity and history.

The frame is offered as a complimentary addition and will not be considered an integral part of the lot in case of damage during transport.

The photographs were taken under direct spotlight.

Our shipments are fast, professional, and with perfectly protected packaging: from this derive the respective shipping costs.

In accordance with current art regulations, no lot will be shipped outside Europe (Schengen area), unless private arrangements at the buyer's full expense; any extra-EU shipments may be more costly and subject to potential issues.

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EXCEPTIONALLY WITHOUT RESERVATION!

A refined oil painting on canvas from the 20th century, with a classic taste and delicately poetic.

The work depicts a young woman seated on a bench in a garden, immersed in a moment of quiet reflection while holding a small flowering branch between her fingers.

Beside her, an open book suggests an intimate and contemplative scene, almost suspended in time, where reading and nature blend harmoniously.

Behind her, lush vegetation enriched with fruits and small flowers creates an elegant, well-balanced decorative backdrop.

The female figure is rendered with great tenderness, through soft lines and a subdued color palette that enhances the complexion and the drapery of the dress.

The subdued light contributes to a serene and contemplative atmosphere, while the balanced composition recalls the academic painting tradition.

The painting stands out for its attention to detail, from the rendering of the fabric to the leaves, and the delicate expression of the face, giving the work a strong decorative value.

Ideal for elegant, classical, or romantic environments, it represents a choice of great taste for collectors and lovers of figurative painting.

Frame in finely crafted gilded wood with rich embossed ornamental motifs, of great visual impact and perfectly in line with the style of the work.

Please note that, given the age of the piece, there may be small defects, splits or missing parts: natural signs of time that attest to its authenticity and history.

The frame is offered as a complimentary addition and will not be considered an integral part of the lot in case of damage during transport.

The photographs were taken under direct spotlight.

Our shipments are fast, professional, and with perfectly protected packaging: from this derive the respective shipping costs.

In accordance with current art regulations, no lot will be shipped outside Europe (Schengen area), unless private arrangements at the buyer's full expense; any extra-EU shipments may be more costly and subject to potential issues.

Seller's Story

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Details

Artist
Italian school (XX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Dama che legge
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Height
71 cm
Width
61 cm
Style
Art Deco
Period
1960-1970
ItalyVerified
757
Objects sold
98.31%
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