Frederick MORGAN (1847/56-1927) Dans le goût de - Les petits gourmands
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Oil painting Les petits gourmands, from 1970–1980, created in Spain, sold with a frame, in the style of Frederick Morgan.
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In the style of Frederick Morgan (1847–1927) — A Sweet Garden Snack
Author: In the style of Frederick Morgan (1847–1927) — In the taste of Frederick Morgan.
School: European School of Victorian tradition (École européenne de tradition victorienne).
Style: Genre painting, academicism, and nineteenth-century-inspired naturalism.
Title: A Dulce goûter au jardin — A Sweet Garden Snack in the Garden.
Signature: Shows signature “Alcaraz” or a similar reading in the bottom right corner.
Description of the work
Charming painting executed in the manner of the renowned British artist Frederick Morgan (1847–1927), one of the leading representatives of Victorian genre painting, especially renowned for his delicate depictions of childhood.
The composition features two children in a garden setting, accompanied by two small dogs. A girl, elegantly dressed in a pink outfit with a white hat, holds a plate of strawberries while conversing with a boy clad in a sailor suit, reclining on a wooden bench. The scene conveys an atmosphere of innocence, tenderness, and childlike complicity.
The painting stands out for its careful rendering of faces, the delicacy of the flesh tones, and the meticulous treatment of the garments, in contrast with the dark-toned vegetal background, which provides depth and enhances the luminosity of the figures.
Style, context and influences
The work draws on the tradition of British genre painting from the second half of the nineteenth century, especially child-centered compositions that achieved extraordinary popularity during the Victorian era.
This pictorial genre was characterized by the idealized representation of childhood, games, domestic animals, and family scenes, often conceived to convey values of affection, innocence, and harmony.
The composition shows clear affinities with the artistic language of Frederick Morgan, particularly in the expressiveness of the children, the naturalistic treatment of details, and the narrative and sentimental character of the scene.
It is also related to the tradition of artists such as Arthur John Elsley (1860–1952), known for his depictions of children with domestic animals, and Charles Burton Barber (1845–1894), a prominent British painter of children’s and family scenes.
The use of soft lighting, the contrasts between light-colored dresses and dark vegetation, and the intimate arrangement of the characters evoke the aesthetic taste of Victorian and Edwardian painting.
About Frederick Morgan (1847–1927)
Frederick Morgan was born in London in 1847 and became one of the most recognized British genre painters of his generation.
Son of the painter John Morgan, he received his early artistic training from him and began to develop his career at a young age.
During his early years he worked as a portraitist, an experience that helped refine his ability to portray human features and expressions.
From the 1870s he began to exhibit regularly at the Royal Academy in London, gradually consolidating his reputation as a specialist in genre scenes.
His work evolved toward idealized representations of childhood, family scenes, and episodes of rural life, characterized by careful execution and a special sensitivity to children’s emotions.
He was a founding member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters in 1883, and his works enjoyed notable international diffusion, especially thanks to engravings and illustrated publications that popularized his compositions.
For a large part of his career he maintained commercial relations with the prestigious London firm Thomas Agnew & Sons, which helped disseminate and market his paintings.
His works are part of public British collections, including the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool and the Lady Lever Art Gallery, where his well-known composition His Turn Next is preserved.
His legacy constitutes one of the most representative expressions of British sentimental and genre painting from the late nineteenth century.
Framing and conservation
The painting is presented with an elaborate ornate gold frame, decorated with classical-inspired vegetal moldings and reliefs, which complements the traditional character of the composition.
The frame is included as a gift, with no commercial value, and therefore not part of the monetary appraisal of the painting.
The condition is as seen in the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Packaging and shipment
The work will be carefully packed with materials suitable to ensure protection during transport.
Any applicable customs duties, import taxes, and local charges will be the responsibility of the buyer where applicable.
Deliveries to island territories or areas with special logistical conditions may incur additional costs.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateIn the style of Frederick Morgan (1847–1927) — A Sweet Garden Snack
Author: In the style of Frederick Morgan (1847–1927) — In the taste of Frederick Morgan.
School: European School of Victorian tradition (École européenne de tradition victorienne).
Style: Genre painting, academicism, and nineteenth-century-inspired naturalism.
Title: A Dulce goûter au jardin — A Sweet Garden Snack in the Garden.
Signature: Shows signature “Alcaraz” or a similar reading in the bottom right corner.
Description of the work
Charming painting executed in the manner of the renowned British artist Frederick Morgan (1847–1927), one of the leading representatives of Victorian genre painting, especially renowned for his delicate depictions of childhood.
The composition features two children in a garden setting, accompanied by two small dogs. A girl, elegantly dressed in a pink outfit with a white hat, holds a plate of strawberries while conversing with a boy clad in a sailor suit, reclining on a wooden bench. The scene conveys an atmosphere of innocence, tenderness, and childlike complicity.
The painting stands out for its careful rendering of faces, the delicacy of the flesh tones, and the meticulous treatment of the garments, in contrast with the dark-toned vegetal background, which provides depth and enhances the luminosity of the figures.
Style, context and influences
The work draws on the tradition of British genre painting from the second half of the nineteenth century, especially child-centered compositions that achieved extraordinary popularity during the Victorian era.
This pictorial genre was characterized by the idealized representation of childhood, games, domestic animals, and family scenes, often conceived to convey values of affection, innocence, and harmony.
The composition shows clear affinities with the artistic language of Frederick Morgan, particularly in the expressiveness of the children, the naturalistic treatment of details, and the narrative and sentimental character of the scene.
It is also related to the tradition of artists such as Arthur John Elsley (1860–1952), known for his depictions of children with domestic animals, and Charles Burton Barber (1845–1894), a prominent British painter of children’s and family scenes.
The use of soft lighting, the contrasts between light-colored dresses and dark vegetation, and the intimate arrangement of the characters evoke the aesthetic taste of Victorian and Edwardian painting.
About Frederick Morgan (1847–1927)
Frederick Morgan was born in London in 1847 and became one of the most recognized British genre painters of his generation.
Son of the painter John Morgan, he received his early artistic training from him and began to develop his career at a young age.
During his early years he worked as a portraitist, an experience that helped refine his ability to portray human features and expressions.
From the 1870s he began to exhibit regularly at the Royal Academy in London, gradually consolidating his reputation as a specialist in genre scenes.
His work evolved toward idealized representations of childhood, family scenes, and episodes of rural life, characterized by careful execution and a special sensitivity to children’s emotions.
He was a founding member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters in 1883, and his works enjoyed notable international diffusion, especially thanks to engravings and illustrated publications that popularized his compositions.
For a large part of his career he maintained commercial relations with the prestigious London firm Thomas Agnew & Sons, which helped disseminate and market his paintings.
His works are part of public British collections, including the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool and the Lady Lever Art Gallery, where his well-known composition His Turn Next is preserved.
His legacy constitutes one of the most representative expressions of British sentimental and genre painting from the late nineteenth century.
Framing and conservation
The painting is presented with an elaborate ornate gold frame, decorated with classical-inspired vegetal moldings and reliefs, which complements the traditional character of the composition.
The frame is included as a gift, with no commercial value, and therefore not part of the monetary appraisal of the painting.
The condition is as seen in the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Packaging and shipment
The work will be carefully packed with materials suitable to ensure protection during transport.
Any applicable customs duties, import taxes, and local charges will be the responsibility of the buyer where applicable.
Deliveries to island territories or areas with special logistical conditions may incur additional costs.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Edition
Original
Artist
Frederick MORGAN (1847/56-1927) Dans le goût de
Title of artwork
Les petits gourmands
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Good condition
Height
49 cm
Width
59 cm
Depiction/theme
Summer scene
Period
1970-1980
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