École Allemande (c. 1920) - Der Geiger

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Der Geiger, an original oil on canvas by École Allemande (c. 1920), Germany origin, 76 × 105 cm, weighs 3.0 kg, unsigned, in good condition, sold with frame by Galería.

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- Oil on canvas. Original canvas.

- The violinist is not limited to performing and thinking the score, but acts as a true craftsman of the acoustic physics, shaping air and matter to found, with warmth and lyricism, each note from absolute nothing. In his hands, the violin reveals itself as the most advanced and infinite of physical machines: an analog artifact where the density of the woods and the resin’s friction offer a universe of acoustic variables that the great masters knew how to decipher. Before this complex mechanism, the performer is the most rigorous and exact of technicians, a goldsmith of sound who must calculate in real time the mathematical architecture of Bach in his Sonatas and Partitas, the fiery and diabolic virtuosity of Paganini, and the deep and noble emotivity that Brahms, Tchaikovsky or Sibelius imprinted in their monumental concertos. It is in that millimetric speed of the bow and in the force vector on the fingerboard where the physical equation transmutes into pure art. But it is upon reaching Szymanowski’s mysticism that the machine becomes completely dematerialized: scientific rigor becomes oriental alchemy and the harmonics float like flashes of light. Thus, each note ceases to be the result of a cold calculation to become a miracle of human communion, an instant where the worker, the score, and the machine merge in a single embrace to tame the laws of nature and transform them into pure beauty.

- Unframed image dimensions: 92 x 63 cm / 105 x 76 cm with exclusive custom frame.

At Montbaron Gallery, we are pleased to offer our clients an exclusive selection of artworks, all of them unique, original, and unrepeatable. Each piece in our gallery is the result of deep dedication, a creative vision, and masterful technique, characteristics that guarantee its authenticity. The works we sell are not industrial reproductions; they are pieces created individually by recognized artists, each with its own story and essence. Originality is the foundation of our commitment to excellence and, therefore, every painting or sculpture that is part of our collection is carefully selected to ensure its singularity. Acquiring a work from Montbaron Gallery means possessing an irrepeatable piece, an investment in creativity and talent that, over time, will preserve its artistic and emotional value. We are proud to offer works that not only beautify spaces but also connect our clients with the richness of human expression through the most authentic art. Thus, we guarantee that every work that leaves our gallery is a unique piece in the world, with no replicas, and a proof of the innovation and passion of the artists we work with.

Certain lots, due to their age and value, require an export permit granted by the Ministry of Culture. Although this is an administrative procedure, it is indispensable to ensure the authenticity of the work and its free circulation at an international level.

Montbaron Gallery is committed to offering its clients original, unique, and irrepeatable works of art, guaranteeing the authenticity and quality of each piece in our collection. To ensure transparency and trust in every acquisition, we offer a digital Certificate of Guarantee, signed by a certified art historian. This certificate attests that the acquired work has been authenticated by our specialists, who verify its authorship, origin, and state of conservation. The Certificate of Guarantee includes complete details about the piece, such as its author, creation date, technique used, and dimensions. The digital Certificate of Guarantee will be issued upon request of the client, providing an official reference for the acquired piece. This document will be sent in digital format and will be signed by an art historian from our gallery, ensuring its validity and backing.

We are committed to the satisfaction and trust of our clients, so any doubt about the authenticity or condition of the work will be addressed professionally and diligently. To request your Certificate of Guarantee, please contact us through our usual channels.

As experts in art logistics, at Montbaron Gallery we commit to ensuring that each piece arrives at its destination safely and in the best possible condition. For this, we work with a network of professionals specialized in art transport, who guarantee the greatest care throughout the process. It is important to note that the shipping cost prices indicated in the listing are indicative and subject to modification depending on various circumstances. These include variations in transport market rates, changes in the delivery location, the size and weight of the work, and possible extraordinary circumstances such as fuel cost fluctuations or adjustments in customs and import tariffs. The final shipping cost will be calculated precisely based on these factors, and the client will always be informed beforehand before proceeding with the shipment. Our goal is to offer the best possible service, tailoring to each client’s needs and ensuring that the artwork reaches its destination quickly and safely, with no surprises.

The frame shown in the previous images has been added to the work by a third party or by the seller, so it is not an integral part of the object. This frame is provided to you at no additional cost so that, when the work arrives at your home, it can be displayed immediately on your wall. Consequently, damages to the frame that do not affect the integrity of the artwork will not be accepted as grounds for a claim or cancellation.

We invite you to bid confidently on the pieces from our gallery. Each work we offer is original, unique, and unrepeatable, selected with the utmost care and authenticity. Whether you are seeking a piece to enrich your personal collection or to add exceptional value to your space, Montbaron Gallery offers a secure and transparent platform for you to bid simply and professionally. Art auctions are the perfect place to discover works that could become the heart of your collection. Here, you are not just acquiring art; you are investing in something that will grow in value over time, both aesthetically and culturally. Montbaron Gallery pieces not only reflect the talent of established artists but also have the power to transform spaces and enrich lives. Do not miss this opportunity to be part of something unique. Bidding on a Montbaron Gallery work is more than a transaction; it is an act of appreciation for art in its purest form. We invite you to bid with passion and join us on this exciting journey toward discovery and celebration of art. Your next favorite piece awaits you!

The descriptions and visual presentations of the artworks included in our catalog are for the sole purpose of offering a general, aesthetic, and narrative approach to the pieces that make up Montbaron Gallery’s collection. Art, in its material nature, may present color nuances or textures that vary depending on lighting or the user’s screen configuration. It is also noted that the indicated dimensions may present slight physical variations inherent to the framing process or the original support. For rigorous consultation, collectors are asked to refer exclusively to the detailed technical data sheet that accompanies each work, where all technical information, certified measurements, and the conservation status of the piece are specified.

Seller's Story

Montbaron Gallery is the leading online art gallery in Spain, with an extensive catalogue of over 3,000 paintings and art objects. We have a team of highly qualified professionals, specialised in art valuation, appraisal and logistics. Our commitment is to connect collectors from around the world with exceptional works, always guaranteeing the best quality at the most competitive price.
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- Oil on canvas. Original canvas.

- The violinist is not limited to performing and thinking the score, but acts as a true craftsman of the acoustic physics, shaping air and matter to found, with warmth and lyricism, each note from absolute nothing. In his hands, the violin reveals itself as the most advanced and infinite of physical machines: an analog artifact where the density of the woods and the resin’s friction offer a universe of acoustic variables that the great masters knew how to decipher. Before this complex mechanism, the performer is the most rigorous and exact of technicians, a goldsmith of sound who must calculate in real time the mathematical architecture of Bach in his Sonatas and Partitas, the fiery and diabolic virtuosity of Paganini, and the deep and noble emotivity that Brahms, Tchaikovsky or Sibelius imprinted in their monumental concertos. It is in that millimetric speed of the bow and in the force vector on the fingerboard where the physical equation transmutes into pure art. But it is upon reaching Szymanowski’s mysticism that the machine becomes completely dematerialized: scientific rigor becomes oriental alchemy and the harmonics float like flashes of light. Thus, each note ceases to be the result of a cold calculation to become a miracle of human communion, an instant where the worker, the score, and the machine merge in a single embrace to tame the laws of nature and transform them into pure beauty.

- Unframed image dimensions: 92 x 63 cm / 105 x 76 cm with exclusive custom frame.

At Montbaron Gallery, we are pleased to offer our clients an exclusive selection of artworks, all of them unique, original, and unrepeatable. Each piece in our gallery is the result of deep dedication, a creative vision, and masterful technique, characteristics that guarantee its authenticity. The works we sell are not industrial reproductions; they are pieces created individually by recognized artists, each with its own story and essence. Originality is the foundation of our commitment to excellence and, therefore, every painting or sculpture that is part of our collection is carefully selected to ensure its singularity. Acquiring a work from Montbaron Gallery means possessing an irrepeatable piece, an investment in creativity and talent that, over time, will preserve its artistic and emotional value. We are proud to offer works that not only beautify spaces but also connect our clients with the richness of human expression through the most authentic art. Thus, we guarantee that every work that leaves our gallery is a unique piece in the world, with no replicas, and a proof of the innovation and passion of the artists we work with.

Certain lots, due to their age and value, require an export permit granted by the Ministry of Culture. Although this is an administrative procedure, it is indispensable to ensure the authenticity of the work and its free circulation at an international level.

Montbaron Gallery is committed to offering its clients original, unique, and irrepeatable works of art, guaranteeing the authenticity and quality of each piece in our collection. To ensure transparency and trust in every acquisition, we offer a digital Certificate of Guarantee, signed by a certified art historian. This certificate attests that the acquired work has been authenticated by our specialists, who verify its authorship, origin, and state of conservation. The Certificate of Guarantee includes complete details about the piece, such as its author, creation date, technique used, and dimensions. The digital Certificate of Guarantee will be issued upon request of the client, providing an official reference for the acquired piece. This document will be sent in digital format and will be signed by an art historian from our gallery, ensuring its validity and backing.

We are committed to the satisfaction and trust of our clients, so any doubt about the authenticity or condition of the work will be addressed professionally and diligently. To request your Certificate of Guarantee, please contact us through our usual channels.

As experts in art logistics, at Montbaron Gallery we commit to ensuring that each piece arrives at its destination safely and in the best possible condition. For this, we work with a network of professionals specialized in art transport, who guarantee the greatest care throughout the process. It is important to note that the shipping cost prices indicated in the listing are indicative and subject to modification depending on various circumstances. These include variations in transport market rates, changes in the delivery location, the size and weight of the work, and possible extraordinary circumstances such as fuel cost fluctuations or adjustments in customs and import tariffs. The final shipping cost will be calculated precisely based on these factors, and the client will always be informed beforehand before proceeding with the shipment. Our goal is to offer the best possible service, tailoring to each client’s needs and ensuring that the artwork reaches its destination quickly and safely, with no surprises.

The frame shown in the previous images has been added to the work by a third party or by the seller, so it is not an integral part of the object. This frame is provided to you at no additional cost so that, when the work arrives at your home, it can be displayed immediately on your wall. Consequently, damages to the frame that do not affect the integrity of the artwork will not be accepted as grounds for a claim or cancellation.

We invite you to bid confidently on the pieces from our gallery. Each work we offer is original, unique, and unrepeatable, selected with the utmost care and authenticity. Whether you are seeking a piece to enrich your personal collection or to add exceptional value to your space, Montbaron Gallery offers a secure and transparent platform for you to bid simply and professionally. Art auctions are the perfect place to discover works that could become the heart of your collection. Here, you are not just acquiring art; you are investing in something that will grow in value over time, both aesthetically and culturally. Montbaron Gallery pieces not only reflect the talent of established artists but also have the power to transform spaces and enrich lives. Do not miss this opportunity to be part of something unique. Bidding on a Montbaron Gallery work is more than a transaction; it is an act of appreciation for art in its purest form. We invite you to bid with passion and join us on this exciting journey toward discovery and celebration of art. Your next favorite piece awaits you!

The descriptions and visual presentations of the artworks included in our catalog are for the sole purpose of offering a general, aesthetic, and narrative approach to the pieces that make up Montbaron Gallery’s collection. Art, in its material nature, may present color nuances or textures that vary depending on lighting or the user’s screen configuration. It is also noted that the indicated dimensions may present slight physical variations inherent to the framing process or the original support. For rigorous consultation, collectors are asked to refer exclusively to the detailed technical data sheet that accompanies each work, where all technical information, certified measurements, and the conservation status of the piece are specified.

Seller's Story

Montbaron Gallery is the leading online art gallery in Spain, with an extensive catalogue of over 3,000 paintings and art objects. We have a team of highly qualified professionals, specialised in art valuation, appraisal and logistics. Our commitment is to connect collectors from around the world with exceptional works, always guaranteeing the best quality at the most competitive price.
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Details

Artist
École Allemande (c. 1920)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Der Geiger
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition
Height
76 cm
Width
105 cm
Weight
3 kg
Style
Classical
Period
1920-1930
SpainVerified
6338
Objects sold
99.1%
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