German school (XIX) - When the Lady Smiles

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When the Lady Smiles is an unsigned 19th-century oil portrait in the Biedermeier style, attributed to the German school, and sold with a frame.

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An elegant mid-19th-century Biedermeier portrait depicting a young woman dressed in a dark gown with a detailed lace collar and a delicate floral bow. Particularly charming is her friendly, almost warm expression and gentle, direct gaze, lending the portrait an unusual sense of approachability and natural intimacy. Such a relaxed and engaging demeanour is relatively rare in portraiture of this period, making this a particularly appealing example of Biedermeier portrait painting.

Verso likely shows old German Kurrent handwriting describing sitter.

⦿ Estimated Period: mid 19th century
⦿ Dimensions (approx.): 33.5 x 42 cm (artwork), 46 x 54 cm (incl. frame/total).
⦿ Condition: Exhibits an authentic patina of age (see pictures).
⦿ Please note: Frame included gratis; comes as a gift and should be treated as such.
⦿ Shipping: Fast dispatch ✓ Tracked ✓ Insured ✓ Eco-friendly ✓
  – Dispatched from Germany, or local (free coffee:)) pick-up available. Please ensure your shipping details are complete and accurate to help avoid delays.
⦿ Please consider reusing or recycling the packaging. Thank you!

The frame visible in the photo is provided as a service and is not an integral part of the artwork. Any damage to the frame does not constitute a valid reason for complaints or order cancellations.

Seller's Story

Best-rated seller. Ships from Germany.

✦ WORLDWIDE FREE SHIPPING ✦ BEST-RATED ✦ Discover more beautiful paintings in my other listings!

An elegant mid-19th-century Biedermeier portrait depicting a young woman dressed in a dark gown with a detailed lace collar and a delicate floral bow. Particularly charming is her friendly, almost warm expression and gentle, direct gaze, lending the portrait an unusual sense of approachability and natural intimacy. Such a relaxed and engaging demeanour is relatively rare in portraiture of this period, making this a particularly appealing example of Biedermeier portrait painting.

Verso likely shows old German Kurrent handwriting describing sitter.

⦿ Estimated Period: mid 19th century
⦿ Dimensions (approx.): 33.5 x 42 cm (artwork), 46 x 54 cm (incl. frame/total).
⦿ Condition: Exhibits an authentic patina of age (see pictures).
⦿ Please note: Frame included gratis; comes as a gift and should be treated as such.
⦿ Shipping: Fast dispatch ✓ Tracked ✓ Insured ✓ Eco-friendly ✓
  – Dispatched from Germany, or local (free coffee:)) pick-up available. Please ensure your shipping details are complete and accurate to help avoid delays.
⦿ Please consider reusing or recycling the packaging. Thank you!

The frame visible in the photo is provided as a service and is not an integral part of the artwork. Any damage to the frame does not constitute a valid reason for complaints or order cancellations.

Seller's Story

Best-rated seller. Ships from Germany.

Details

Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Artist
German school (XIX)
Title of artwork
When the Lady Smiles
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition
Height
42 cm
Width
34.5 cm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Biedermeier
Period
19th century
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Objects sold
100%
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