Mathilde Adé (1877-1953) - Conversazione al tè

Mathilde Adé (1877-1953)

Tea-time Conversation

Ink, gouache and charcoal on paper.

Signed in the bottom left.

Dimensions: 39 × 49 cm (visible); 50 × 58 cm (with frame).

Elegant genre scene depicting two members of high society seated around a tea service in a refined interior. Dressed in fashionable 1920s–1930s attire, they converse in an intimate and worldly atmosphere. The nervous brushwork, enriched with subtle touches of gouache, gives the composition notable vivacity, while the interplay of shadows achieved with charcoal deepens the elegance of the silhouettes and the refinement of the furnishings.

The work testifies to Mathilde Adé's talent for depicting elegant life and female scenes, a theme particularly appreciated in illustration and the decorative arts of the first half of the 20th century. The composition evokes the world of fashion magazines and Parisian illustrations of the interwar period, where the refinement of postures and the attention to clothing details occupy a central place.

Conditions of sale, packing and shipping:

Framing: If the work is provided framed, the frame is to be considered, in all respects, a gracious gift offered to the buyer. Any pre-existing defects on the frame are not reported and the frame is not covered by insurance. Therefore, no claims or refunds will be accepted for any damage to the frame during transport.

Shipping: The work will be packed with the utmost care. Please note that the work will be shipped from Geneva (Switzerland). For international shipments (outside Switzerland), all duties, VAT and import taxes are entirely the responsibility of the buyer. It should also be noted that customs procedures may cause slight delays in delivery.

In-person pickup: In-person pickup in Geneva is strongly recommended and gladly accepted free of charge, representing the safest option with no transport-related risk for the artwork.