Alexandre René Veron (1826-1897) Attributed to - Paisaje Romántico
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Paisaje Romántico, an oil painting from the 19th century attributed to Alexandre René Véron, of European origin in the French Romantic landscape tradition, sold with a frame.
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Title: Romantic Landscape
School: French, 19th century
Author: Alexandre René Véron (1826–1897)
Style: Romantic-naturalist landscape painting
Technique: Oil on canvas
Circle and artistic influence: Work linked to the 19th-century French landscape tradition, close to the naturalism developed around the Barbizon School. The composition blends an idealized vision of rural landscape with detailed observation of nature and scenes of daily life. Influences of French Romantic landscape painting and the progressive shift toward a more naturalistic and atmospheric painting are evident.
Pastoral scene with a panoramic composition in which a rural landscape is animated by numerous figures. In the foreground stands out a group of people, among them a young woman carried in a wheelbarrow, while other figures traverse the road or carry out different activities in the surroundings.
The composition is organized around an ascending path that visually leads to a windmill, placed in an elevated position and becoming one of the main focal points of the scene. The vegetation, trees, cultivated areas and the broad, clouded sky create a serene and slightly melancholic atmosphere.
The palette is dominated by earth tones, subdued greens, grays and ochres, with the brighter colors of the figures’ clothing standing out. The atmospheric treatment of the sky and the depth achieved through successive planes reinforce the romantic character of the landscape.
About the author
Alexandre René Véron (1826–1897) was a French painter of the 19th century, mainly specialized in landscape. His output is rooted in the French naturalist tradition and shows affinities with the Barbizon School, a movement that promoted direct observation of nature and a more atmospheric representation of the landscape. In his compositions, rural settings, roads, groves and rural scenes are common, treated with a sober palette and particular attention to light effects and depth.
The work is presented with a wide, richly ornamented gilded frame, composed of several stepped moldings. It features vegetal decoration and repetitive raised motifs, with a simpler inner gilded molding delineating the painting. Its historicist and ornamental character suitably complements the 19th-century aesthetic of the work.
Condition
The work, due to its age, shows restorations and may display signs typical of the passage of time and natural aging of materials.
Dimensions
Dimensions of the work without frame: 51 × 92 cm
Dimensions with frame: 69 × 110 cm
Notes
The work may incur damage during transport even with proper packaging. In such a case, we will require photographs of the damage to proceed with compensation. Customer satisfaction is always our priority.
Exceptional circumstances may cause shipping costs to be affected by an additional charge due to reasons such as being outside continental territory, excessive dimensions, or weight of the item. PremiArt will not be responsible for this surcharge.
The courier that must cross the Swiss border may experience much longer delays than normal, so, when possible, to speed up processing we will provide the customs number that is withholding the shipment so that the customer can unlock it and have it delivered to its destination. Experience has shown us that this is the most effective solution for both parties.
Due to the high volume of shipments, orders may be delayed by more than three days, for which we apologize and appreciate your patience. If you have any questions about your order, please contact us via internal messaging.
Title: Romantic Landscape
School: French, 19th century
Author: Alexandre René Véron (1826–1897)
Style: Romantic-naturalist landscape painting
Technique: Oil on canvas
Circle and artistic influence: Work linked to the 19th-century French landscape tradition, close to the naturalism developed around the Barbizon School. The composition blends an idealized vision of rural landscape with detailed observation of nature and scenes of daily life. Influences of French Romantic landscape painting and the progressive shift toward a more naturalistic and atmospheric painting are evident.
Pastoral scene with a panoramic composition in which a rural landscape is animated by numerous figures. In the foreground stands out a group of people, among them a young woman carried in a wheelbarrow, while other figures traverse the road or carry out different activities in the surroundings.
The composition is organized around an ascending path that visually leads to a windmill, placed in an elevated position and becoming one of the main focal points of the scene. The vegetation, trees, cultivated areas and the broad, clouded sky create a serene and slightly melancholic atmosphere.
The palette is dominated by earth tones, subdued greens, grays and ochres, with the brighter colors of the figures’ clothing standing out. The atmospheric treatment of the sky and the depth achieved through successive planes reinforce the romantic character of the landscape.
About the author
Alexandre René Véron (1826–1897) was a French painter of the 19th century, mainly specialized in landscape. His output is rooted in the French naturalist tradition and shows affinities with the Barbizon School, a movement that promoted direct observation of nature and a more atmospheric representation of the landscape. In his compositions, rural settings, roads, groves and rural scenes are common, treated with a sober palette and particular attention to light effects and depth.
The work is presented with a wide, richly ornamented gilded frame, composed of several stepped moldings. It features vegetal decoration and repetitive raised motifs, with a simpler inner gilded molding delineating the painting. Its historicist and ornamental character suitably complements the 19th-century aesthetic of the work.
Condition
The work, due to its age, shows restorations and may display signs typical of the passage of time and natural aging of materials.
Dimensions
Dimensions of the work without frame: 51 × 92 cm
Dimensions with frame: 69 × 110 cm
Notes
The work may incur damage during transport even with proper packaging. In such a case, we will require photographs of the damage to proceed with compensation. Customer satisfaction is always our priority.
Exceptional circumstances may cause shipping costs to be affected by an additional charge due to reasons such as being outside continental territory, excessive dimensions, or weight of the item. PremiArt will not be responsible for this surcharge.
The courier that must cross the Swiss border may experience much longer delays than normal, so, when possible, to speed up processing we will provide the customs number that is withholding the shipment so that the customer can unlock it and have it delivered to its destination. Experience has shown us that this is the most effective solution for both parties.
Due to the high volume of shipments, orders may be delayed by more than three days, for which we apologize and appreciate your patience. If you have any questions about your order, please contact us via internal messaging.
Details
Artist
Alexandre René Veron (1826-1897) Attributed to
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Paisaje Romántico
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Europe
Condition
Good condition
Height
69 cm
Width
110 cm
Depiction/theme
Landscape
Style
Rococo
Period
19th century
