Scuola emiliana (XVII) - San Giovannino con la croce
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San Giovannino con la croce is an unsigned 1650 oil painting from Italy, attributed to the Emilian School of the 17th century and sold with a frame.
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Italian School of the 17th Century
Emilian scope, classicist culture
“San Giovannino nel deserto”
Period: circa 1650–1680
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 69.5 x 84.5 cm
Canvas: 73 x 61 cm
Frame: Gilded wooden frame from the 19th century
Historical-artistic description
A valuable painting from the Italian school of the second half of the 17th century, depicting the young Saint John the Baptist seated on a red drape within a suggestive forest landscape, characterized by distant mountainous reliefs and delicate light-openings.
The composition, clearly inspired by classicism, stands out for the soft modeling of the flesh tones, the expressive vivacity of the face, and the refined chiaroscuro contrast between the figure and the landscape. The color sensitivity and figurative approach suggest references to the Emilian painting tradition of the 17th century, with particular affinity to the Bologna culture of Renassiance-derived lineage.
Historical-artistic note
A work of notable artistic value and historical interest, attributable to the Bologna painting culture of the second half of the 17th century (approximately 1650–1680). The piece is distinguished by the quality of the modeling, refined color sensibility, and the intense expressiveness of the figure, elements that recall the great Emilian classicist tradition of Renanian origin. The composition and stylistic characteristics suggest belonging to a high-level pictorial context, making it a significant testimony to 17th-century artistic production, deserving further attributive study.
State of conservation
The work shows widespread craquelure on the painted surface, consistent with a natural aging process. The canvas appears to have undergone a previous lining intervention.
Ideal for collecting and investment
- The existing frame is included with the sale of the work as a courtesy. Any transport damage related to the frame alone cannot be the subject of refund or dispute.
Photographic note: Some images of the work were professionally taken with the aid of artificial lighting (studio spotlight) in order to clearly highlight the painting characteristics, the material, the color, and the conservation state of the painting. The perception of colors and brightness may therefore vary slightly compared with viewing the work under natural or ambient light.
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Seller's Story
Magnolia Arte
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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 TranslateItalian School of the 17th Century
Emilian scope, classicist culture
“San Giovannino nel deserto”
Period: circa 1650–1680
Technique: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 69.5 x 84.5 cm
Canvas: 73 x 61 cm
Frame: Gilded wooden frame from the 19th century
Historical-artistic description
A valuable painting from the Italian school of the second half of the 17th century, depicting the young Saint John the Baptist seated on a red drape within a suggestive forest landscape, characterized by distant mountainous reliefs and delicate light-openings.
The composition, clearly inspired by classicism, stands out for the soft modeling of the flesh tones, the expressive vivacity of the face, and the refined chiaroscuro contrast between the figure and the landscape. The color sensitivity and figurative approach suggest references to the Emilian painting tradition of the 17th century, with particular affinity to the Bologna culture of Renassiance-derived lineage.
Historical-artistic note
A work of notable artistic value and historical interest, attributable to the Bologna painting culture of the second half of the 17th century (approximately 1650–1680). The piece is distinguished by the quality of the modeling, refined color sensibility, and the intense expressiveness of the figure, elements that recall the great Emilian classicist tradition of Renanian origin. The composition and stylistic characteristics suggest belonging to a high-level pictorial context, making it a significant testimony to 17th-century artistic production, deserving further attributive study.
State of conservation
The work shows widespread craquelure on the painted surface, consistent with a natural aging process. The canvas appears to have undergone a previous lining intervention.
Ideal for collecting and investment
- The existing frame is included with the sale of the work as a courtesy. Any transport damage related to the frame alone cannot be the subject of refund or dispute.
Photographic note: Some images of the work were professionally taken with the aid of artificial lighting (studio spotlight) in order to clearly highlight the painting characteristics, the material, the color, and the conservation state of the painting. The perception of colors and brightness may therefore vary slightly compared with viewing the work under natural or ambient light.
With a lawful provenance document — Expertise
Professional packaging and insured shipping
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
Scuola emiliana (XVII)
Title of artwork
San Giovannino con la croce
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
1650
Condition
Good condition
Height
69.5 cm
Width
84.5 cm
Period
17th century
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