Francesco Solimena (1657–1747), Cerchia di - Madonna con Bambino - NO RESERVE
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Selected by Caterina Maffeis
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“Madonna con Bambino” is an 18th-century oil painting on canvas from Italy, from the circle of Francesco Solimena, and is sold with a frame.
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Circolo di Francesco Solimena (1657–1747)
Naples school, 18th century
Title: Madonna with Child and Cross
Technique: Oil on canvas
Proposed period: 18th century
Period: 1700/1730
18th-century frame
Measurements: 79.5 x 69 cm in contemporaneous frame
Canvas: 71.5 x 59 cm
*** IMPORTANT NOTE – SALE WITHOUT RESERVE PRICE
The work is exceptionally presented at auction without any reserve price, offering collectors a concrete and rare opportunity to acquire it.
The absence of a reserve price represents solely a commercial choice and does not in any way constitute an indication of the painting’s value, quality, or historical-artistic interest.
The lot will therefore be awarded to the highest bidder, regardless of the estimate and the value attributed to the work.
Historical-artistic description
Refined devotional composition depicting the Virgin with the Child Jesus, the latter poised to sustain a slender cross, a symbolic prefiguration of the Passion.
The work shows stylistic affinities with the Neapolitan painting culture of the 18th century, attributable to the Solimena tradition, recognizable in the softness of the drapery, the delicate chiaroscuro modulation, and the composed expressiveness of the faces.
The measured compositional harmony and the sweetness of the iconographic interpretation confer on the painting a noteworthy historical-artistic interest.
Condition: The surface shows signs of natural aging and widespread alterations of the material, with restorations and conservation interventions including reconstructive work. Re-lined work
*** Photography note
The photographic images of the work were taken with the assistance of professional studio lighting and spotlights to allow better readability of the composition, details, and painting matter. Such lighting may cause slight variations in color perception and brightness compared with viewing the work directly. The photographs are intended solely for illustration and documentation.
*** Note regarding the frame:
The frame is attached to the work as a courtesy and without assigning any economic value. Given its age and natural fragility, any damage, detachment, breakages, or losses occurring during transport and attributable exclusively to the frame cannot be grounds for refund or compensation.
Ideal for collecting and investment
With certificate of sale and lawful provenance in compliance with the law – Expertise
Professional packaging and insured shipping based on the estimated value
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 TranslateCircolo di Francesco Solimena (1657–1747)
Naples school, 18th century
Title: Madonna with Child and Cross
Technique: Oil on canvas
Proposed period: 18th century
Period: 1700/1730
18th-century frame
Measurements: 79.5 x 69 cm in contemporaneous frame
Canvas: 71.5 x 59 cm
*** IMPORTANT NOTE – SALE WITHOUT RESERVE PRICE
The work is exceptionally presented at auction without any reserve price, offering collectors a concrete and rare opportunity to acquire it.
The absence of a reserve price represents solely a commercial choice and does not in any way constitute an indication of the painting’s value, quality, or historical-artistic interest.
The lot will therefore be awarded to the highest bidder, regardless of the estimate and the value attributed to the work.
Historical-artistic description
Refined devotional composition depicting the Virgin with the Child Jesus, the latter poised to sustain a slender cross, a symbolic prefiguration of the Passion.
The work shows stylistic affinities with the Neapolitan painting culture of the 18th century, attributable to the Solimena tradition, recognizable in the softness of the drapery, the delicate chiaroscuro modulation, and the composed expressiveness of the faces.
The measured compositional harmony and the sweetness of the iconographic interpretation confer on the painting a noteworthy historical-artistic interest.
Condition: The surface shows signs of natural aging and widespread alterations of the material, with restorations and conservation interventions including reconstructive work. Re-lined work
*** Photography note
The photographic images of the work were taken with the assistance of professional studio lighting and spotlights to allow better readability of the composition, details, and painting matter. Such lighting may cause slight variations in color perception and brightness compared with viewing the work directly. The photographs are intended solely for illustration and documentation.
*** Note regarding the frame:
The frame is attached to the work as a courtesy and without assigning any economic value. Given its age and natural fragility, any damage, detachment, breakages, or losses occurring during transport and attributable exclusively to the frame cannot be grounds for refund or compensation.
Ideal for collecting and investment
With certificate of sale and lawful provenance in compliance with the law – Expertise
Professional packaging and insured shipping based on the estimated value
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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Sold with frame
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Artist
Francesco Solimena (1657–1747), Cerchia di
Title of artwork
Madonna con Bambino - NO RESERVE
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
1700
Condition
Good condition
Height
79.5 cm
Width
69 cm
Period
18th century
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