Italian school (XVIII) - The Virgin in Prayer - NO RESERVE
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€ 1,026
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Selected by Caterina Maffeis
Master in early Renaissance Italian painting with internship at Sotheby’s and 15 years' experience.
Estimate € 2,500 - € 3,000
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The Virgin in Prayer - NO RESERVE, an 18th-century oil painting from Italy by Italian school, sold with a frame.
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Description from the seller
Roman School, 18th Century
In the stylistic tradition of Pompeo Batoni (1708-1787)
The Virgin in Prayer
Oil on canvas
46 x 38 cm
(Presented in a later frame)
Provenance: French private collection.
This intimate and highly distinguished composition depicts the Virgin in a three-quarter bust view, standing out starkly against a dark, solid background. Here, the artist employs a powerful chiaroscuro contrast: half of the body and face are intentionally cast in shadow—a technical device that beautifully enhances the Virgin's complexion and exceptionally luminous skin tone.
The infinitely soft facial features reflect the classical heritage and ideal grace of Raphael’s Madonnas, which were rediscovered and celebrated by 18th-century Roman masters. Gently inclining her head with modestly downcast eyes, Mary adopts an attitude that blends deep humility with an aristocratic nobility. Her hands, crossed over her chest in a gesture of devotion, are notable for the elegance and slender contouring of the fingers—a formal characteristic typical of the major religious effigies of this period.
Condition Report: The artwork shows standard old restorations and minor surface wear that do not affect the legibility of the composition.
NO RESERVE
Roman School, 18th Century
In the stylistic tradition of Pompeo Batoni (1708-1787)
The Virgin in Prayer
Oil on canvas
46 x 38 cm
(Presented in a later frame)
Provenance: French private collection.
This intimate and highly distinguished composition depicts the Virgin in a three-quarter bust view, standing out starkly against a dark, solid background. Here, the artist employs a powerful chiaroscuro contrast: half of the body and face are intentionally cast in shadow—a technical device that beautifully enhances the Virgin's complexion and exceptionally luminous skin tone.
The infinitely soft facial features reflect the classical heritage and ideal grace of Raphael’s Madonnas, which were rediscovered and celebrated by 18th-century Roman masters. Gently inclining her head with modestly downcast eyes, Mary adopts an attitude that blends deep humility with an aristocratic nobility. Her hands, crossed over her chest in a gesture of devotion, are notable for the elegance and slender contouring of the fingers—a formal characteristic typical of the major religious effigies of this period.
Condition Report: The artwork shows standard old restorations and minor surface wear that do not affect the legibility of the composition.
NO RESERVE
Details
Artist
Italian school (XVIII)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Gallery
Title of artwork
The Virgin in Prayer - NO RESERVE
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Fair condition
Height
40 cm
Width
38 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Baroque
Period
18th century
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