Signed S. Lustig (XIX-XX) - Rabbi Studying Torah
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Rabbi Studying Torah, an oil painting on board from late 19th to mid-20th‑century Europe, signed 'S. Lustig', a portrait of a Rabbi deep in study, 24 cm high by 19 cm wide, sold with a premium tiered wooden frame.
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Antique/Vintage European Judaica Genre Oil Painting – Portrait of a Rabbi Deep in Torah Study – Professionally Framed – Signed "S. Lustig"
Up for auction is a beautiful, highly expressive original European Judaica genre oil painting. This captivating artwork depicts a traditional Jewish Rabbi or Torah scholar in a moment of quiet devotion, deeply immersed in study at his desk.Artistic Merit & Details: The artist demonstrates excellent technique, using a rich, dark tonal palette typical of late 19th to mid-20th-century European portraiture. The lighting masterfully highlights the textures of the Rabbi's long grey beard, facial features, and the open pages of the holy book.Signature & Authenticity: The painting is signed in the lower-left corner, appearing to read "S. Lustig". Close-up inspections under different lighting angles confirm that the signature is fully integrated into the historic paint layer and exhibits the exact same natural craquelure (fine network of age cracks) as the rest of the surface, proving its genuine period authenticity.Framing: The piece is housed in a substantial, high-quality tiered wooden vintage frame with elegant antiqued gold and bronze tones. The back is securely enclosed with a protective backboard and fitted with a heavy-duty hanging wire, making it ready to be displayed proudly on your wall.Specifications:Subject: Studying Rabbi / Traditional Jewish Genre SceneMedium: Oil on Board (or Canvas-board)Signature: Signed "S. Lustig" in the lower leftFraming: Included (Premium tiered wooden frame)Condition: Good antique/vintage condition. The painting shows a beautiful, natural all-over craquelure pattern consistent with its age, which adds significant vintage character and confirms its authenticity. The frame is structurally sound with minor age-appropriate surface scuffs.Note to Collectors: Due to limited biographical data on this specific artist in major international registries, this piece is sold based on its outstanding artistic merit, age, and exceptional visual appeal as an authentic piece of historic European Judaica art.An exceptional addition for serious collectors of Jewish art, Rabbinical portraits, or classic European genre paintings.
Artwork Size (Visible Painting): 19 x 14 cm (Approx. 7.5" x 5.5" inches)
Total Size with Frame: 38 x 34 cm (Approx. 15.0" x 13.4" inches)
Frame Profile: Deep, substantial tiered wooden frame that beautifully emphasizes the miniature scale of the painting.
Antique/Vintage European Judaica Genre Oil Painting – Portrait of a Rabbi Deep in Torah Study – Professionally Framed – Signed "S. Lustig"
Up for auction is a beautiful, highly expressive original European Judaica genre oil painting. This captivating artwork depicts a traditional Jewish Rabbi or Torah scholar in a moment of quiet devotion, deeply immersed in study at his desk.Artistic Merit & Details: The artist demonstrates excellent technique, using a rich, dark tonal palette typical of late 19th to mid-20th-century European portraiture. The lighting masterfully highlights the textures of the Rabbi's long grey beard, facial features, and the open pages of the holy book.Signature & Authenticity: The painting is signed in the lower-left corner, appearing to read "S. Lustig". Close-up inspections under different lighting angles confirm that the signature is fully integrated into the historic paint layer and exhibits the exact same natural craquelure (fine network of age cracks) as the rest of the surface, proving its genuine period authenticity.Framing: The piece is housed in a substantial, high-quality tiered wooden vintage frame with elegant antiqued gold and bronze tones. The back is securely enclosed with a protective backboard and fitted with a heavy-duty hanging wire, making it ready to be displayed proudly on your wall.Specifications:Subject: Studying Rabbi / Traditional Jewish Genre SceneMedium: Oil on Board (or Canvas-board)Signature: Signed "S. Lustig" in the lower leftFraming: Included (Premium tiered wooden frame)Condition: Good antique/vintage condition. The painting shows a beautiful, natural all-over craquelure pattern consistent with its age, which adds significant vintage character and confirms its authenticity. The frame is structurally sound with minor age-appropriate surface scuffs.Note to Collectors: Due to limited biographical data on this specific artist in major international registries, this piece is sold based on its outstanding artistic merit, age, and exceptional visual appeal as an authentic piece of historic European Judaica art.An exceptional addition for serious collectors of Jewish art, Rabbinical portraits, or classic European genre paintings.
Artwork Size (Visible Painting): 19 x 14 cm (Approx. 7.5" x 5.5" inches)
Total Size with Frame: 38 x 34 cm (Approx. 15.0" x 13.4" inches)
Frame Profile: Deep, substantial tiered wooden frame that beautifully emphasizes the miniature scale of the painting.
Details
Artist
Signed S. Lustig (XIX-XX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Title of artwork
Rabbi Studying Torah
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Europe
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
24 cm
Width
19 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
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