French school (XIX) - Man en vrouw
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Man en vrouw, a 19th‑century oil painting from the Netherlands, signed, sold with a gilded frame, depicting an interior scene with a cavalier and a young woman, attributed to the French school (XIX).
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Description from the seller
Presumably: J.H. Collins (XIX) – Interior with a cavalier and a young woman
Beautiful 19th-century genre painting by, presumably, J.H. Collins, signed in the lower left and bearing the place inscription “Firenze” (Florence).
The scene shows an elegant historicizing interior with a seated cavalier and a young woman presenting him a dish with food. The artist has paid much attention to the costumes, facial expressions and the various objects in the interior. Notably, the lovely light accents on, among others, the glassware, the clothing and the metal objects stand out.
The work aligns with the popular 19th-century genre painting in which romantic and historicizing scenes from earlier centuries were central.
Artist: J.H. Collins
Period: XIX
Subject: interior with cavalier and young woman
Signature: lower left signed “J.H. Collins”
Inscription: “Firenze”
Style: 19th-century genre painting
The painting is mounted in a richly decorated, gold-colored classical frame, which suits the subject particularly well.
The identity and biographical details of the artist have not yet been established with certainty. The work is therefore offered on the basis of the clearly visible signature J.H. Collins.
Provenance: coming from a Dutch private collection.
The work and the frame show typical signs of age and wear. See the photos for a good impression of the condition.
Dimensions of the work: 104 x 92 cm
Dimension of the artwork: 68 x 54 cm
Viewing is of course possible. In addition, we have our own in-house frame-making workshop, celebrating its 85th anniversary. Furthermore, we work with restorers from the professional association: “Restauratoren Nederland.” If you would like to make use of this, we would of course be happy to hear from you.
Seller's Story
About Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. We are a versatile art company that brings together contemporary and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealing in classical works we assess, buy and sell artworks for collectors, private individuals, businesses and institutions.
Our offer is broad and varied, ranging from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past. With more than 25 years of experience we successfully guide purchase and sale processes, both nationally and internationally. Thanks to our extensive network of collectors, art lovers and professional buyers, we reach a large audience for every artwork.
In addition to our sales activities we provide professional appraisals, restorations and repair work. Our collection is stored safely and insured in our premises of over 1,000 m² in Nuenen.
Packaging and shipping
We take great care in packaging every artwork. Packing is bespoke: every painting, work on paper or object is assessed and packed separately according to the most suitable and safe method. We take into account size, technique, condition and vulnerability of the work.
Where necessary we use extra protective materials, robust bespoke packaging and professional transport solutions, so that your purchase arrives safely and in optimal condition.
Our promise
At Art Dumay expertise, reliability and personal attention are central. We strive to offer every buyer a safe, transparent and enjoyable experience when purchasing art.
Translated by Google TranslatePresumably: J.H. Collins (XIX) – Interior with a cavalier and a young woman
Beautiful 19th-century genre painting by, presumably, J.H. Collins, signed in the lower left and bearing the place inscription “Firenze” (Florence).
The scene shows an elegant historicizing interior with a seated cavalier and a young woman presenting him a dish with food. The artist has paid much attention to the costumes, facial expressions and the various objects in the interior. Notably, the lovely light accents on, among others, the glassware, the clothing and the metal objects stand out.
The work aligns with the popular 19th-century genre painting in which romantic and historicizing scenes from earlier centuries were central.
Artist: J.H. Collins
Period: XIX
Subject: interior with cavalier and young woman
Signature: lower left signed “J.H. Collins”
Inscription: “Firenze”
Style: 19th-century genre painting
The painting is mounted in a richly decorated, gold-colored classical frame, which suits the subject particularly well.
The identity and biographical details of the artist have not yet been established with certainty. The work is therefore offered on the basis of the clearly visible signature J.H. Collins.
Provenance: coming from a Dutch private collection.
The work and the frame show typical signs of age and wear. See the photos for a good impression of the condition.
Dimensions of the work: 104 x 92 cm
Dimension of the artwork: 68 x 54 cm
Viewing is of course possible. In addition, we have our own in-house frame-making workshop, celebrating its 85th anniversary. Furthermore, we work with restorers from the professional association: “Restauratoren Nederland.” If you would like to make use of this, we would of course be happy to hear from you.
Seller's Story
About Art Dumay
Art Dumay in Nuenen is much more than just a gallery. We are a versatile art company that brings together contemporary and classical art under one roof. From our gallery for contemporary painting and our art dealing in classical works we assess, buy and sell artworks for collectors, private individuals, businesses and institutions.
Our offer is broad and varied, ranging from modern Dutch artists to renowned masters from the past. With more than 25 years of experience we successfully guide purchase and sale processes, both nationally and internationally. Thanks to our extensive network of collectors, art lovers and professional buyers, we reach a large audience for every artwork.
In addition to our sales activities we provide professional appraisals, restorations and repair work. Our collection is stored safely and insured in our premises of over 1,000 m² in Nuenen.
Packaging and shipping
We take great care in packaging every artwork. Packing is bespoke: every painting, work on paper or object is assessed and packed separately according to the most suitable and safe method. We take into account size, technique, condition and vulnerability of the work.
Where necessary we use extra protective materials, robust bespoke packaging and professional transport solutions, so that your purchase arrives safely and in optimal condition.
Our promise
At Art Dumay expertise, reliability and personal attention are central. We strive to offer every buyer a safe, transparent and enjoyable experience when purchasing art.
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Artist
French school (XIX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Gallery
Title of artwork
Man en vrouw
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition
Height
104 cm
Width
92 cm
Depiction/theme
Interior scene
Style
Classical
Period
19th century
