Mathilde Adé (1877-1953) - Conversazione al tè

Mathilde Adé (1877-1953)

Tea-time Conversation

Ink, gouache and charcoal on paper.

Signed bottom left.

Dimensions: 39 × 49 cm (visible); 50 × 58 cm (with frame).

Elegant genre scene depicting two women of high society seated around a tea service in a refined interior. Dressed in fashionable 1920s–1930s attire, they converse in an intimate and worldly atmosphere. The energetic line, enriched by subtle touches of gouache, gives the composition notable liveliness, while the tonal contrasts achieved with charcoal accentuate the elegance of the silhouettes and the refinement of the furnishings.

The work testifies to Mathilde Adé’s talent for the depiction of elegant life and female scenes, a theme particularly appreciated in illustration and decorative arts of the first half of the 20th century. The composition evokes the world of fashion magazines and Parisian illustrations of the interwar period, where the refinement of attitudes and the attention given to clothing details take a central place.

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Frame: If the work is provided framed, the frame should be regarded in every respect as a cordial gift offered to the buyer. Any pre-existing defects on the frame are not reported and the frame is not insured. Therefore, no claims or refunds for damages to the frame during transport will be accepted.

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In-person pickup: It is strongly recommended and gladly accepted to pick up in person free of charge in Geneva, which is the safest option and eliminates transport-related risks for the artwork.