Lazzaro Pasini (1861-1949) - Paesaggio montano
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Mountain landscape by Lazzaro Pasini (1861–1949), oil on cardboard, late 19th century (dated 1890), Italy, framed, 44 × 52 cm, hand-signed.
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LAZZARO PASINI
(Reggio nell’Emilia, 28 September 1861 – Milan, 29 April 1949)
“ Paesaggio montano .” (1880/1890)
Late 19th century
Technique: oil on cardboard
Estimate: 400.00 / 500.00 euros
Dimensions of the work: 28 × 36 cm
Dimensions with frame: about 44 × 52 cm
Signature: signed at the bottom right; the inscription is currently difficult to read with the naked eye due to fading of the painting material and the surface, but becomes clearer upon close examination with a magnifying glass.
Frame: contemporary or antique in carved wood, with a metal plaque bearing the inscription “PASINI”.
Description of the work
The painting depicts a wide mountain landscape, built through a succession of natural planes that guide the gaze from the foreground toward the snow-covered massif that closes the composition in the background. The view is characterized by a deliberately restrained palette, dominated by greens, browns, grays and muted blues. The lateral mountain masses frame the central valley, while the snow-capped peaks, illuminated by a brighter light, constitute the main visual attraction. The sky, clear and bright, creates a delicate contrast with the deeper tones of the vegetation and the first‑plan reliefs.
The painting presents a naturalistic and atmospheric approach: rather than a meticulous description of each individual element, the focus seems to be on conveying depth, distance, and the changing light of the alpine environment. The brushwork is concise and calibrated, particularly effective in the gradual fading of chromatic values toward the horizon.
Historical-artistic framing
The work can be positioned at the end of the 19th century, within the landscape production of Lazzaro Pasini, an Emilia-born painter active mainly from the late 19th century to the first half of the 20th century.
The choice of small format and paperboard support is particularly suited to direct observational painting and study, in which the natural data is conveyed through relatively free brushwork and a special attention to atmospheric phenomena.
In the present painting, the relationship between the darker, closer area of the valley and the cold brightness of the snow-covered mountains is especially significant, an expedient that markedly enhances the depth of the view.
Condition report
The work appears overall in fair conservative condition consistent with its age. The painted surface shows superficial deposits, general opacity, and some inhomogeneities of the varnish, particularly evident in close-up photographs and under direct lighting. Minute abrasions and normal surface wear are also observable.
The texture and consistency of the support are clearly perceptible in macro photographs. The signature at the bottom right is strongly faded but still identifiable upon close inspection.
The frame shows widespread abrasions, wear, and small losses of the gilded finish, in keeping with its age and use. A light conservation cleaning of the surface is recommended, to be carried out by a qualified restorer, who could also improve overall readability of the painting and of the signature.
*** Photographic note
The photographs of the work were taken with the help of professional studio lighting and spotlights to allow better legibility of the composition, details, and painting matter. This lighting may cause slight variations in color perception and brightness compared to viewing the work directly. The photographs are solely for illustrative and documentary purposes.
The frame is provided free of charge and as a gift with the work and should therefore be considered an accessory element, not included in the monetary valuation of the painting. Due to the natural fragility of antique and gilded frames, any damage, detachment, breakage, or losses of parts of the frame that occur during transport or shipping cannot be the subject of reimbursement, indemnity, or dispute regarding the value of the work. The packing will nevertheless be prepared with the utmost care to ensure, as much as possible, safe transport.
Insured shipping
Attributive Expertise Report
*** For historical-interest reasons the work cannot be shipped outside the European Community / insured shipment in a wooden crate
Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte
Auctions · Works of Art · Expertise
Magnolia Arte was born from a passion for art and from the experience gained in study, selection and enhancement of works destined for collecting.
The auction house and gallery operates in the art market with particular attention to antique, modern and contemporary painting, offering carefully selected works for historical-artistic interest, quality and collectible value.
Each work is presented through a path of in-depth study that, where applicable, considers historical and stylistic context, attribution, condition, provenance and bibliographic and comparative references. For works that require it, studies, expertise and diagnostic deepening can also be prepared.
COLLECTING WITH DISCERNMENT
For Magnolia Arte, purchasing a work means entering into a relationship with a unique object, a witness of an era, of a culture and of the artist’s sensibility.
For this reason we accompany the collector not only in the choice, but also in the understanding and valorizations of the work, offering a direct, confidential and professional relationship.
Translated by Google TranslateLAZZARO PASINI
(Reggio nell’Emilia, 28 September 1861 – Milan, 29 April 1949)
“ Paesaggio montano .” (1880/1890)
Late 19th century
Technique: oil on cardboard
Estimate: 400.00 / 500.00 euros
Dimensions of the work: 28 × 36 cm
Dimensions with frame: about 44 × 52 cm
Signature: signed at the bottom right; the inscription is currently difficult to read with the naked eye due to fading of the painting material and the surface, but becomes clearer upon close examination with a magnifying glass.
Frame: contemporary or antique in carved wood, with a metal plaque bearing the inscription “PASINI”.
Description of the work
The painting depicts a wide mountain landscape, built through a succession of natural planes that guide the gaze from the foreground toward the snow-covered massif that closes the composition in the background. The view is characterized by a deliberately restrained palette, dominated by greens, browns, grays and muted blues. The lateral mountain masses frame the central valley, while the snow-capped peaks, illuminated by a brighter light, constitute the main visual attraction. The sky, clear and bright, creates a delicate contrast with the deeper tones of the vegetation and the first‑plan reliefs.
The painting presents a naturalistic and atmospheric approach: rather than a meticulous description of each individual element, the focus seems to be on conveying depth, distance, and the changing light of the alpine environment. The brushwork is concise and calibrated, particularly effective in the gradual fading of chromatic values toward the horizon.
Historical-artistic framing
The work can be positioned at the end of the 19th century, within the landscape production of Lazzaro Pasini, an Emilia-born painter active mainly from the late 19th century to the first half of the 20th century.
The choice of small format and paperboard support is particularly suited to direct observational painting and study, in which the natural data is conveyed through relatively free brushwork and a special attention to atmospheric phenomena.
In the present painting, the relationship between the darker, closer area of the valley and the cold brightness of the snow-covered mountains is especially significant, an expedient that markedly enhances the depth of the view.
Condition report
The work appears overall in fair conservative condition consistent with its age. The painted surface shows superficial deposits, general opacity, and some inhomogeneities of the varnish, particularly evident in close-up photographs and under direct lighting. Minute abrasions and normal surface wear are also observable.
The texture and consistency of the support are clearly perceptible in macro photographs. The signature at the bottom right is strongly faded but still identifiable upon close inspection.
The frame shows widespread abrasions, wear, and small losses of the gilded finish, in keeping with its age and use. A light conservation cleaning of the surface is recommended, to be carried out by a qualified restorer, who could also improve overall readability of the painting and of the signature.
*** Photographic note
The photographs of the work were taken with the help of professional studio lighting and spotlights to allow better legibility of the composition, details, and painting matter. This lighting may cause slight variations in color perception and brightness compared to viewing the work directly. The photographs are solely for illustrative and documentary purposes.
The frame is provided free of charge and as a gift with the work and should therefore be considered an accessory element, not included in the monetary valuation of the painting. Due to the natural fragility of antique and gilded frames, any damage, detachment, breakage, or losses of parts of the frame that occur during transport or shipping cannot be the subject of reimbursement, indemnity, or dispute regarding the value of the work. The packing will nevertheless be prepared with the utmost care to ensure, as much as possible, safe transport.
Insured shipping
Attributive Expertise Report
*** For historical-interest reasons the work cannot be shipped outside the European Community / insured shipment in a wooden crate
Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte
Auctions · Works of Art · Expertise
Magnolia Arte was born from a passion for art and from the experience gained in study, selection and enhancement of works destined for collecting.
The auction house and gallery operates in the art market with particular attention to antique, modern and contemporary painting, offering carefully selected works for historical-artistic interest, quality and collectible value.
Each work is presented through a path of in-depth study that, where applicable, considers historical and stylistic context, attribution, condition, provenance and bibliographic and comparative references. For works that require it, studies, expertise and diagnostic deepening can also be prepared.
COLLECTING WITH DISCERNMENT
For Magnolia Arte, purchasing a work means entering into a relationship with a unique object, a witness of an era, of a culture and of the artist’s sensibility.
For this reason we accompany the collector not only in the choice, but also in the understanding and valorizations of the work, offering a direct, confidential and professional relationship.
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Artist
Lazzaro Pasini (1861-1949)
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Title of artwork
Paesaggio montano
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
1890
Condition
Good condition
Height
44 cm
Width
52 cm
Period
19th century
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