Italian school (XVII) - Trionfo di frutta, natura morta
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Oil on canvas still life titled Trionfo di frutta, natura morta, from Italy in the Baroque period (17th century), dated 1690, measuring 50.5 × 40.5 cm, unsigned and attributed to Scuola italiana (XVII).
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ANCIENT STILL LIFE WITH FRUIT, FLOWERS AND BRANCHES
Important painting depicting a refined still life in a classical setup, characterized by a rich and highly scenographic composition.
The work presents an elegant ensemble of citrus fruits, grapes, flowers, and vegetative elements, arranged on a wooden panel and immersed in a deliberately dark background.
The contrast between the warm hues of the fruit – oranges, ochres, yellows, and browns – and the deep background gives the composition notable visual intensity.
Particularly interesting is the lighting construction: the light seems to emerge directly from the darkness, focusing on the fruit and creating a suggestive relief effect.
The rendering of the grape clusters, the citrus fruits, and the vegetative details preserves a marked tactile, material quality, while the dark background accentuates the gathered and teatral character of the whole.
The work fully fits within the European tradition of the old master still life, a genre especially valued for its ability to combine decorative value, study of nature, and luminous exploration.
Of particular interest is also the wooden structure and the antique frame, which contribute to the overall reading of the work as an antique artifact and increase its collectible charm.
The painting shows evident signs of time and of its conservation history, visible in the surface and in the structure.
Sec XVII 1600 -1700 ca
Oil on canvas
50.5 cm x 40.5 cm
Old hanging hook.
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Translated by Google TranslateANCIENT STILL LIFE WITH FRUIT, FLOWERS AND BRANCHES
Important painting depicting a refined still life in a classical setup, characterized by a rich and highly scenographic composition.
The work presents an elegant ensemble of citrus fruits, grapes, flowers, and vegetative elements, arranged on a wooden panel and immersed in a deliberately dark background.
The contrast between the warm hues of the fruit – oranges, ochres, yellows, and browns – and the deep background gives the composition notable visual intensity.
Particularly interesting is the lighting construction: the light seems to emerge directly from the darkness, focusing on the fruit and creating a suggestive relief effect.
The rendering of the grape clusters, the citrus fruits, and the vegetative details preserves a marked tactile, material quality, while the dark background accentuates the gathered and teatral character of the whole.
The work fully fits within the European tradition of the old master still life, a genre especially valued for its ability to combine decorative value, study of nature, and luminous exploration.
Of particular interest is also the wooden structure and the antique frame, which contribute to the overall reading of the work as an antique artifact and increase its collectible charm.
The painting shows evident signs of time and of its conservation history, visible in the surface and in the structure.
Sec XVII 1600 -1700 ca
Oil on canvas
50.5 cm x 40.5 cm
Old hanging hook.
The photographs are integral parts of this description.
Seller's Story
I offer at Catawiki auctions objects from the past, sometimes unique, rare and sought-after, ranging from paintings to wall appliques or sculptures in wood or gilded bronze.
I am passionate about antiques and I’m happy to share this passion.
Happy bidding to everyone!
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Artist
Italian school (XVII)
Title of artwork
Trionfo di frutta, natura morta
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
1690
Condition
Good condition
Height
50.5 cm
Width
40.5 cm
Depiction/theme
Still life
Style
Baroque
Period
17th century
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