Scuola europea (XX), Firmato M. Paulos - La rencontre
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La rencontre is an oil on panel from the 1950s to 1960s by M. Paulos (Scuola europea), signed and of European origin, sold with frame, measuring 50 x 40 cm, in good condition, with a classical style and original edition.
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L'Incontro - Oil on Panel by Mr. Paulos
Beautiful 18th-century-inspired genre scene, titled "L'Incontro" (The Encounter), signed Mr. Paulos at the bottom right. The composition features a couple in a sumptuous interior, near a fireplace where a fire burns: a woman in an ivory silk dress richly embroidered, seated in a gilded velvet-upholstered armchair, and a man in a dark suit with a white jabot, leaning nonchalantly on the back of the chair. The scene is lit by the flames of the hearth, creating a warm interplay of light and shadow characteristic of historicizing genre painting.
The painting is accompanied by its Italian-origin guarantee certificate, affixed to the back of the panel, confirming the authenticity of the artist's signature as well as the artwork's characteristics.
Characteristics of the work
- Artist: Mr. Paulos (signature at the bottom right)
- Subject: L'Incontro (The Encounter)
- Technique: Oil on panel (Olio su tavola)
- Dimensions: 50 x 40 cm
- Unique exemplar, accompanied by its guaranteed-origin certificate
Description of the scene
The composition depicts an eighteenth-century interior with a high level of detail: a carved stone fireplace, elaborately draped wall hangings, a gilded wood and red velvet chair, a patterned rug and parquet flooring. The couple are captured in a moment of intimacy, the woman averting her gaze while the man seems to murmur a few words to her. A small dog is visible in the background on the right, an animal detail reinforcing the narrative character of the scene.
Condition of the work
- Panel: Original wooden support, back stretcher visible with metal hanging system.
- Painted surface: Fresh coloration, varnish present, some fine cracks visible in places, consistent with the age of the work.
- Certificate: Italian-origin certificate of guarantee kept on the back, mentioning the title, dimensions, technique and the artist's signature.
Frame
The painting is presented in a molded dark brown / mahogany-toned wooden frame, sober and classic in appearance, perfectly suited to the style of the work.
L'Incontro - Oil on Panel by Mr. Paulos
Beautiful 18th-century-inspired genre scene, titled "L'Incontro" (The Encounter), signed Mr. Paulos at the bottom right. The composition features a couple in a sumptuous interior, near a fireplace where a fire burns: a woman in an ivory silk dress richly embroidered, seated in a gilded velvet-upholstered armchair, and a man in a dark suit with a white jabot, leaning nonchalantly on the back of the chair. The scene is lit by the flames of the hearth, creating a warm interplay of light and shadow characteristic of historicizing genre painting.
The painting is accompanied by its Italian-origin guarantee certificate, affixed to the back of the panel, confirming the authenticity of the artist's signature as well as the artwork's characteristics.
Characteristics of the work
- Artist: Mr. Paulos (signature at the bottom right)
- Subject: L'Incontro (The Encounter)
- Technique: Oil on panel (Olio su tavola)
- Dimensions: 50 x 40 cm
- Unique exemplar, accompanied by its guaranteed-origin certificate
Description of the scene
The composition depicts an eighteenth-century interior with a high level of detail: a carved stone fireplace, elaborately draped wall hangings, a gilded wood and red velvet chair, a patterned rug and parquet flooring. The couple are captured in a moment of intimacy, the woman averting her gaze while the man seems to murmur a few words to her. A small dog is visible in the background on the right, an animal detail reinforcing the narrative character of the scene.
Condition of the work
- Panel: Original wooden support, back stretcher visible with metal hanging system.
- Painted surface: Fresh coloration, varnish present, some fine cracks visible in places, consistent with the age of the work.
- Certificate: Italian-origin certificate of guarantee kept on the back, mentioning the title, dimensions, technique and the artist's signature.
Frame
The painting is presented in a molded dark brown / mahogany-toned wooden frame, sober and classic in appearance, perfectly suited to the style of the work.
Details
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Artist
Scuola europea (XX), Firmato M. Paulos
Title of artwork
La rencontre
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Europe
Condition
Good condition
Height
40 cm
Width
50 cm
Style
Classical
Period
1950-1960
