European school (XVIII) - Natura morta con alzata di frutta
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Natura morta con alzata di frutta, an 18th‑century oil on canvas by a European school artist, dated to 1750, measuring 88 by 72 cm and sold with an antique oval frame.
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“Still life with a fruit stand”
European painter of the 18th century
Period: 18th century (1750/1760)
Dating: Second half of the 18th century
Technique: Oil on canvas (original canvas)
Measurements: 88 x 72 cm including the frame
Canvas: 76 x 61 cm
School: European, Flemish-Dutch tradition
Frame: Ancient and contemporary oval frame in gilded and decorated wood.
Historical-artistic description
An interesting eighteenth-century still life depicting a rich arrangement of fruits placed within an elegant pedestal display, surrounded by clusters of grapes, pomegranates, apples, pears and other fruits, harmoniously distributed on a supporting surface.
The work stands out for its pleasing compositional construction, accurate naturalistic rendering and refined chiaroscuro effects. The palette, dominated by warm and deep tones, gives the scene a gathered and evocative atmosphere, highlighting the luminous contrasts and the tactile texture of the individual elements.
The painting fits within the European still-life tradition of Flemish-Dutch origin, particularly valued during the eighteenth century for its decorative richness and attention to the representation of nature.
Stato conservativo: Condition: The work shows widespread craquelure of the painting surface, age patina and signs of natural aging, especially visible in the darker areas.
Painting of appreciable painterly quality and historical-decorative interest, enriched by the characteristic eighteenth-century antique oval frame
*** Photographic note
Some photographic images of the work were taken with the assistance of professional studio lighting and spotlights, in order to allow better readability of the composition, details and the painterly matter. Such lighting may cause slight variations in color perception and brightness compared to viewing the work directly. The photographs are for illustrative and documentary purposes only.
The frame is provided free of charge as a courtesy with the work and should be considered an accessory element, not included in the economic valuation of the painting. Given the natural fragility of antique and gilded frames, any damages, detachments, breaks or losses of parts of the frame that occur during transport or shipping cannot be the subject of refund, compensation or dispute regarding the value of the work. The packaging will, nevertheless, be prepared with the utmost care to ensure, as far as possible, safe transport.
Insured shipping and sales document certify legitimate provenance
Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte
Auctions · Works of Art · Expertise
Magnolia Arte was born from a passion for art and from the experience gained in study, selection and enhancement of works destined for collecting.
The auction house and gallery operates in the art market with particular attention to antique, modern and contemporary painting, offering carefully selected works for historical-artistic interest, quality and collectible value.
Each work is presented through a path of in-depth study that, where applicable, considers historical and stylistic context, attribution, condition, provenance and bibliographic and comparative references. For works that require it, studies, expertise and diagnostic deepening can also be prepared.
COLLECTING WITH DISCERNMENT
For Magnolia Arte, purchasing a work means entering into a relationship with a unique object, a witness of an era, of a culture and of the artist’s sensibility.
For this reason we accompany the collector not only in the choice, but also in the understanding and valorizations of the work, offering a direct, confidential and professional relationship.
Translated by Google Translate“Still life with a fruit stand”
European painter of the 18th century
Period: 18th century (1750/1760)
Dating: Second half of the 18th century
Technique: Oil on canvas (original canvas)
Measurements: 88 x 72 cm including the frame
Canvas: 76 x 61 cm
School: European, Flemish-Dutch tradition
Frame: Ancient and contemporary oval frame in gilded and decorated wood.
Historical-artistic description
An interesting eighteenth-century still life depicting a rich arrangement of fruits placed within an elegant pedestal display, surrounded by clusters of grapes, pomegranates, apples, pears and other fruits, harmoniously distributed on a supporting surface.
The work stands out for its pleasing compositional construction, accurate naturalistic rendering and refined chiaroscuro effects. The palette, dominated by warm and deep tones, gives the scene a gathered and evocative atmosphere, highlighting the luminous contrasts and the tactile texture of the individual elements.
The painting fits within the European still-life tradition of Flemish-Dutch origin, particularly valued during the eighteenth century for its decorative richness and attention to the representation of nature.
Stato conservativo: Condition: The work shows widespread craquelure of the painting surface, age patina and signs of natural aging, especially visible in the darker areas.
Painting of appreciable painterly quality and historical-decorative interest, enriched by the characteristic eighteenth-century antique oval frame
*** Photographic note
Some photographic images of the work were taken with the assistance of professional studio lighting and spotlights, in order to allow better readability of the composition, details and the painterly matter. Such lighting may cause slight variations in color perception and brightness compared to viewing the work directly. The photographs are for illustrative and documentary purposes only.
The frame is provided free of charge as a courtesy with the work and should be considered an accessory element, not included in the economic valuation of the painting. Given the natural fragility of antique and gilded frames, any damages, detachments, breaks or losses of parts of the frame that occur during transport or shipping cannot be the subject of refund, compensation or dispute regarding the value of the work. The packaging will, nevertheless, be prepared with the utmost care to ensure, as far as possible, safe transport.
Insured shipping and sales document certify legitimate provenance
Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte
Auctions · Works of Art · Expertise
Magnolia Arte was born from a passion for art and from the experience gained in study, selection and enhancement of works destined for collecting.
The auction house and gallery operates in the art market with particular attention to antique, modern and contemporary painting, offering carefully selected works for historical-artistic interest, quality and collectible value.
Each work is presented through a path of in-depth study that, where applicable, considers historical and stylistic context, attribution, condition, provenance and bibliographic and comparative references. For works that require it, studies, expertise and diagnostic deepening can also be prepared.
COLLECTING WITH DISCERNMENT
For Magnolia Arte, purchasing a work means entering into a relationship with a unique object, a witness of an era, of a culture and of the artist’s sensibility.
For this reason we accompany the collector not only in the choice, but also in the understanding and valorizations of the work, offering a direct, confidential and professional relationship.
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Artist
European school (XVIII)
Title of artwork
Natura morta con alzata di frutta
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Europe
Year
1750
Condition
Good condition
Height
72 cm
Width
88 cm
Period
18th century
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