Anselm Feuerbach (1829-1880), Circle of - Portrait of a Mediterranean Lady

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A splendid, museum-quality portrait dating to the mid 19th century, depicting an elegant young woman, likely of Greek or Italian origin. She is portrayed half-length against a warm, dark reddish-brown background, wearing an elegant off-the-shoulder dress, a red hair ornament and a striking necklace set with turquoise-blue stones.

The painting presents a fascinating symbiosis of Impressionist sensibility and Biedermeier refinement. The lower part of the composition is characterised by looser, more expressive brushwork, while the sitter's face is rendered with remarkable delicacy and precision, adhering to the academic tradition of portraiture

An antique brass nameplate affixed to the frame bears the name Anselm Feuerbach, and the painting has historically been attributed to the artist (verso). This attribution is of particular interest given Feuerbach's profound engagement with Greek and Italian art and culture. The German painter (1829–1880), one of the leading representatives of Neoclassicism in 19th-century German painting, spent many years in Rome, where he developed his distinctive idealised style, drawing inspiration from classical antiquity and the Italian Renaissance.

While the original attribution is noted with interest, the painting is offered in this sale as Circle of Anselm Feuerbach. A truly splendid addition to any thoughtful art collection.

More infos: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anselm_Feuerbach

⦿ Dimensions (approx.): 35 x 45 cm (artwork), 62 x 52 cm (incl. frame/total).
⦿ Condition: Exhibits an authentic patina of age (see pictures). Marouflaged: canvas laid on panel. Renewed varnish.
⦿ Estimated Period: around 1860
⦿ Please note: Frame included gratis; comes as a gift and should be treated as such.
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