Mathilde Adé (1877-1953) - Conversazione al tè

Mathilde Adé (1877-1953)

Tea 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 upper-class women seated around a tea service in a refined interior. Dressed in fashionable 1920s–1930s attire, they converse in an intimate, worldly atmosphere. The nervous line, enriched with subtle touches of gouache, lends the composition considerable vitality, while the charcoal shading emphasizes the elegance of the silhouettes and the refinement of the furnishings.

The work testifies to Mathilde Adé’s talent for portraying 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 postures and attention to clothing details take center stage.

Conditions of sale, packing, and shipping:

Framing: If the work is provided framed, the frame is to be regarded as a courtesy gift to the buyer. Any pre-existing defects on the frame are not reported and the frame is not insured. Therefore, no claims or refunds will be accepted for any damage to the frame during transport.

Shipping: The work will be packed with the utmost care. Please note that the work will be shipped from Geneva, Switzerland. For international shipments (outside Switzerland), any customs duties, VAT, and import taxes are entirely the buyer’s responsibility. Please also note that customs procedures may cause slight delays in delivery.

In-person pickup: In-person pickup in Geneva is strongly recommended and gladly accepted, as it is the safest option and avoids transport-related risks for the artwork.