Alexeï Harlamoff (1840-1925) À la manière d' - Jeune fille au livre
00
days
12
hours
54
minutes
03
seconds
 | €185 | |
|---|---|---|
| €165 | |
| €145 | |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 145414 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Jeune fille au livre, oil on panel, in the style of Alexéi Harlamov, Spanish origin, 1980–1990, sold with frame.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
In the manner of Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925)
Young Woman with a Book
Oil on panel – Female portrait in an academic-inspired style
An interesting oil painting on panel, executed in the manner of Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925), a prominent Russian painter of the 19th century, especially renowned for his delicate female and children’s portraits.
The work represents a young woman with long chestnut hair, dressed in elegant reddish garments with gold ornamentation, holding an open book in her hands.
The composition stands out for its chromatic refinement, the naturalistic treatment of the face, and the serene expression of the protagonist, whose gaze is directed at the viewer.
The painting captures the fundamental characteristics of late 19th-century European academic portraiture, particularly the emphasis on idealized beauty, the delicacy of features, and the meticulous rendering of fabrics.
Description of the work
The young woman is depicted from the half-length, slightly turned to one side, while holding an open book.
Her face, with soft features and delicately modeled, is the main focal point of the composition.
The eyes, with a direct gaze and tranquil expression, convey a notable sense of closeness and intimacy.
Her chestnut hair, partly gathered and arranged in long strands over the shoulders, is treated with varying warm tones that suggest its volume and texture.
The attire stands out for its decorative richness. The red dress features golden ornamental motifs, resolved through small brushstrokes that reproduce the reflections and chromatic variations of the fabric.
The combination of intense reds, golden yellows, and pinkish tones contrasts with the blue-gray background, creating a particularly attractive chromatic harmony.
The presence of the book introduces a narrative element that adds interest to the scene and reinforces its intimate character.
Style, pictorial quality, and influences
The painting relates to the tradition of European academic and naturalist portraiture of the 19th century, showing a clear inspiration in the feminine compositions of Alexéi Harlamov.
This Russian artist achieved notable international recognition thanks to his representations of girls and young women, characterized by the delicacy of their faces, the softness of the modeling, and the sensitivity of their expressions.
The present work recovers several of these elements, especially in the treatment of the gaze, the representation of the hair, and the luminous construction of the features.
One of the most interesting aspects of the painting is the contrast between the softness of the face and the rich chromaticity of the clothing.
While the skin is resolved through relatively delicate tonal transitions, the fabrics present a more marked execution, with brushstrokes that emphasize the ornamental motifs.
This contrast helps to direct attention to the expression of the protagonist, while providing visual richness to the whole.
The composition also shows affinities with the tradition of European Romantic portraiture, especially for the idealization of the figure and the serene atmosphere surrounding the young woman.
The use of a neutral background, without architectural or landscape elements, allows focusing all attention on the protagonist.
The result is a painting of an elegant and decorative character, which combines the naturalism of portraiture with a romantic sensibility and a careful chromatic harmony.
About Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925)
Alexéi Alekséievich Harlamov was born in 1840 in Russia and died in Paris in 1925.
He was one of the most internationally recognized Russian painters during the second half of the 19th century, especially for his female and children’s portraits.
He trained at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg, where he stood out for his artistic abilities and earned important academic distinctions.
In 1868 he received a gold medal for his composition The Prodigal Son’s Return, a recognition that allowed him to continue his studies abroad.
Subsequently he settled in Paris, where he studied with the prestigious portraitist Léon Bonnat (1833-1922).
His contact with French painting and with the Parisian cultural circles contributed to the development of a personal style, characterized by the combination of rigorous academic training with a special sensitivity toward the psychological representation of his subjects.
Harlamov maintained relationships with important figures of European culture, including the Russian writer Ivan Turgenev and the singer Pauline Viardot.
His production achieved notable diffusion among European and American collectors.
Among his most appreciated compositions are the portraits of girls and young women, frequently depicted with introspective expressions, carefully worked hair, and garments of rich chromatic depth.
The influence of his painting extended to other artists who found in his compositions a model of elegance, sensitivity, and technical refinement.
Artistic context
During the second half of the 19th century, female portraiture acquired significant prominence within European academic painting.
Artists developed works centered on representing beauty, individual expression, and the decorative qualities of fabrics and accessories.
In this context, child and adolescent portraits gained notable popularity among collectors.
Harlamov’s painting constitutes one of the most recognizable examples of this trend, characterized by the delicacy of modeling and the emotional sensitivity of the figures.
This work participates in that tradition through an interpretation of its compositional and stylistic resources.
Characteristics of the work
Authorship: In the manner of Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925).
Title: Young Woman with a Book.
Technique: Oil on panel.
Genre: Female portrait.
Style: Academicism, naturalist realism, and Romantic portrait.
Art reference: Alexéi Harlamov, Russian painter of the 19th century.
Signature: Signed “Alcarriz” in the lower left corner, according to the apparent reading of the inscription.
Presentation: Framed in a decorative gold and black frame of classical style, with relief ornamentation.
Conservation status
The work shows visible conservation signals in the photographs.
The frame shows minor wear and signs of use in its decorative finish.
The frame is included as a gift, with no commercial value, and is not part of the painting’s economic appraisal.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the work’s characteristics, details, and conservation status.
Shipping and international conditions
The painting will be carefully packed using appropriate protective materials to ensure its safety during transport.
Shipping will be carried out by a transportation company with a tracking number.
Important information for international buyers:
Possible duties, import taxes, customs clearance costs, and other charges arising from the work’s entry into the destination country will be the buyer’s responsibility, where applicable.
Shipments to island territories, outermost regions, or destinations with special logistical conditions may be subject to transportation surcharges.
This may affect, among other destinations, the Canary Islands, Balearic Islands, Azores, Madeira, Corsica, and certain overseas territories.
It is recommended to consult in advance the shipping conditions for these destinations.
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 manner of Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925)
Young Woman with a Book
Oil on panel – Female portrait in an academic-inspired style
An interesting oil painting on panel, executed in the manner of Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925), a prominent Russian painter of the 19th century, especially renowned for his delicate female and children’s portraits.
The work represents a young woman with long chestnut hair, dressed in elegant reddish garments with gold ornamentation, holding an open book in her hands.
The composition stands out for its chromatic refinement, the naturalistic treatment of the face, and the serene expression of the protagonist, whose gaze is directed at the viewer.
The painting captures the fundamental characteristics of late 19th-century European academic portraiture, particularly the emphasis on idealized beauty, the delicacy of features, and the meticulous rendering of fabrics.
Description of the work
The young woman is depicted from the half-length, slightly turned to one side, while holding an open book.
Her face, with soft features and delicately modeled, is the main focal point of the composition.
The eyes, with a direct gaze and tranquil expression, convey a notable sense of closeness and intimacy.
Her chestnut hair, partly gathered and arranged in long strands over the shoulders, is treated with varying warm tones that suggest its volume and texture.
The attire stands out for its decorative richness. The red dress features golden ornamental motifs, resolved through small brushstrokes that reproduce the reflections and chromatic variations of the fabric.
The combination of intense reds, golden yellows, and pinkish tones contrasts with the blue-gray background, creating a particularly attractive chromatic harmony.
The presence of the book introduces a narrative element that adds interest to the scene and reinforces its intimate character.
Style, pictorial quality, and influences
The painting relates to the tradition of European academic and naturalist portraiture of the 19th century, showing a clear inspiration in the feminine compositions of Alexéi Harlamov.
This Russian artist achieved notable international recognition thanks to his representations of girls and young women, characterized by the delicacy of their faces, the softness of the modeling, and the sensitivity of their expressions.
The present work recovers several of these elements, especially in the treatment of the gaze, the representation of the hair, and the luminous construction of the features.
One of the most interesting aspects of the painting is the contrast between the softness of the face and the rich chromaticity of the clothing.
While the skin is resolved through relatively delicate tonal transitions, the fabrics present a more marked execution, with brushstrokes that emphasize the ornamental motifs.
This contrast helps to direct attention to the expression of the protagonist, while providing visual richness to the whole.
The composition also shows affinities with the tradition of European Romantic portraiture, especially for the idealization of the figure and the serene atmosphere surrounding the young woman.
The use of a neutral background, without architectural or landscape elements, allows focusing all attention on the protagonist.
The result is a painting of an elegant and decorative character, which combines the naturalism of portraiture with a romantic sensibility and a careful chromatic harmony.
About Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925)
Alexéi Alekséievich Harlamov was born in 1840 in Russia and died in Paris in 1925.
He was one of the most internationally recognized Russian painters during the second half of the 19th century, especially for his female and children’s portraits.
He trained at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St. Petersburg, where he stood out for his artistic abilities and earned important academic distinctions.
In 1868 he received a gold medal for his composition The Prodigal Son’s Return, a recognition that allowed him to continue his studies abroad.
Subsequently he settled in Paris, where he studied with the prestigious portraitist Léon Bonnat (1833-1922).
His contact with French painting and with the Parisian cultural circles contributed to the development of a personal style, characterized by the combination of rigorous academic training with a special sensitivity toward the psychological representation of his subjects.
Harlamov maintained relationships with important figures of European culture, including the Russian writer Ivan Turgenev and the singer Pauline Viardot.
His production achieved notable diffusion among European and American collectors.
Among his most appreciated compositions are the portraits of girls and young women, frequently depicted with introspective expressions, carefully worked hair, and garments of rich chromatic depth.
The influence of his painting extended to other artists who found in his compositions a model of elegance, sensitivity, and technical refinement.
Artistic context
During the second half of the 19th century, female portraiture acquired significant prominence within European academic painting.
Artists developed works centered on representing beauty, individual expression, and the decorative qualities of fabrics and accessories.
In this context, child and adolescent portraits gained notable popularity among collectors.
Harlamov’s painting constitutes one of the most recognizable examples of this trend, characterized by the delicacy of modeling and the emotional sensitivity of the figures.
This work participates in that tradition through an interpretation of its compositional and stylistic resources.
Characteristics of the work
Authorship: In the manner of Alexéi Harlamov (1840-1925).
Title: Young Woman with a Book.
Technique: Oil on panel.
Genre: Female portrait.
Style: Academicism, naturalist realism, and Romantic portrait.
Art reference: Alexéi Harlamov, Russian painter of the 19th century.
Signature: Signed “Alcarriz” in the lower left corner, according to the apparent reading of the inscription.
Presentation: Framed in a decorative gold and black frame of classical style, with relief ornamentation.
Conservation status
The work shows visible conservation signals in the photographs.
The frame shows minor wear and signs of use in its decorative finish.
The frame is included as a gift, with no commercial value, and is not part of the painting’s economic appraisal.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the work’s characteristics, details, and conservation status.
Shipping and international conditions
The painting will be carefully packed using appropriate protective materials to ensure its safety during transport.
Shipping will be carried out by a transportation company with a tracking number.
Important information for international buyers:
Possible duties, import taxes, customs clearance costs, and other charges arising from the work’s entry into the destination country will be the buyer’s responsibility, where applicable.
Shipments to island territories, outermost regions, or destinations with special logistical conditions may be subject to transportation surcharges.
This may affect, among other destinations, the Canary Islands, Balearic Islands, Azores, Madeira, Corsica, and certain overseas territories.
It is recommended to consult in advance the shipping conditions for these destinations.
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 TranslateDetails
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Original
Artist
Alexeï Harlamoff (1840-1925) À la manière d'
Title of artwork
Jeune fille au livre
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Good condition
Height
44 cm
Width
39 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Realism
Period
1980-1990
Sold by
