Horst Baumgart (1932) - Die Weinprobe

Original oil painting “The Wine Tasting” – Horst Baumgart from 1958 – Opulent frame
Description:
For sale is a historically very interesting, authentic and hand-painted oil painting by the German genre painter Horst Baumgart (1932–2020).
This is a rare and qualitatively outstanding early work from 1958. Baumgart painted the picture at the age of only 26. As the detailed inscription by the artist on the back reveals, the work was created as an academic study and research project (“Forschung”), in which he perfected the painting technique of the famous master Eduard von Grützner.
The motif shows the classic scene “The Wine Tasting”: A monk savoring a glass of wine in a cellar. The painting impresses with its fine workmanship, excellent handling of light, and a vivid, tangible brushstroke. Real oil painting on a wooden panel (no print, no reproduction!).
Details & documentation on the back:
• Artist: Horst Baumgart (1932–2020)
• Dating: Painted 1958 (handwritten note)
• Designation: “Motiv n. Grützner - Forschung - Entwurf Maler H. Baumgart” (manuscript documentation and the artist’s signature on the back)
• Technique: Oil on wooden panel
• Image dimensions: approx. 38 x 50 cm (according to the back)
• Framing: The painting is housed in a very opulent, massive Baroque-style gilded frame.
Important condition note regarding the frame:
The decorative opulent frame shows chipping/damage in stucco at two corners, where the white core material is visible (see close-up photos). For handy DIY enthusiasts or collectors, this can be easily camouflaged with some filler and gold paint. The oil painting itself is in excellent, undamaged condition with a beautiful aged patina.
Due to the frame’s fragility, collection is preferred. Shipping is only at the buyer’s risk, with the buyer covering the shipping costs.
As this is a private sale, the sale is conducted without any warranties, guarantees or returns.