Italian school (XX) - Natura morta con uva, pere, mela e noci - NO RESERVE
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Italian School (20th century), *Natura morta con uva, pere, mela e noci*, an original oil painting on canvas from 1950, signed with the monogram «V.D.» and sold with a gilded frame.
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Italian School of the 20th Century
“Still Life with Grapes, Pears, Apple and Walnuts”
Period: First half of the 20th century, circa 1940/1950.
Technique: Oil on canvas
Measurements: 68.5 x 51 cm framed
Canvas: 58 x 42 cm
Signature: Monogram “V.D.” present at the lower right; artist unidentified.
Frame: Impressive gilt frame with raised decorations in a classical style.
- OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
Description:
Elegant still life depicting a rich arrangement of fruit on a wooden surface, with bunches of white and black grapes, pears, a red apple and some walnuts.
The work stands out for its particular attention to the naturalistic rendering of the fruit, especially the grape clusters, depicted through refined chiaroscuro transitions and delicate highlights.
The palette, characterized by warm, harmonious tones, lends depth and balance to the composition. The painting belongs to the European figurative still-life tradition, with echoes of academic production from the late 19th century through the first half of the 20th century.
Condition: good, with slight signs of age consistent with its period.
*** Note on the photographs
Some of the photographs accompanying this listing were professionally taken using controlled artificial lighting and a studio spotlight, in order to ensure a clearer view of the work and enable more precise observation of the painted surface, figurative details and color.
Note on the frame
The work is accompanied by a classically styled carved and gilded wooden frame with a continuous vegetal-motif decoration. The frame shows normal signs of age, minor wear, abrasions and slight losses to the gilding, consistent with its age and use.
The frame is provided with the work as a courtesy and does not form an essential part of the sale. Any imperfections, losses or damage to the frame, including damage resulting from shipping, shall therefore not constitute grounds for a dispute or a claim for compensation in relation to the work.
- Certificate of lawful provenance and expertise report
- Insured shipping and electronic invoicing
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 TranslateItalian School of the 20th Century
“Still Life with Grapes, Pears, Apple and Walnuts”
Period: First half of the 20th century, circa 1940/1950.
Technique: Oil on canvas
Measurements: 68.5 x 51 cm framed
Canvas: 58 x 42 cm
Signature: Monogram “V.D.” present at the lower right; artist unidentified.
Frame: Impressive gilt frame with raised decorations in a classical style.
- OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
Description:
Elegant still life depicting a rich arrangement of fruit on a wooden surface, with bunches of white and black grapes, pears, a red apple and some walnuts.
The work stands out for its particular attention to the naturalistic rendering of the fruit, especially the grape clusters, depicted through refined chiaroscuro transitions and delicate highlights.
The palette, characterized by warm, harmonious tones, lends depth and balance to the composition. The painting belongs to the European figurative still-life tradition, with echoes of academic production from the late 19th century through the first half of the 20th century.
Condition: good, with slight signs of age consistent with its period.
*** Note on the photographs
Some of the photographs accompanying this listing were professionally taken using controlled artificial lighting and a studio spotlight, in order to ensure a clearer view of the work and enable more precise observation of the painted surface, figurative details and color.
Note on the frame
The work is accompanied by a classically styled carved and gilded wooden frame with a continuous vegetal-motif decoration. The frame shows normal signs of age, minor wear, abrasions and slight losses to the gilding, consistent with its age and use.
The frame is provided with the work as a courtesy and does not form an essential part of the sale. Any imperfections, losses or damage to the frame, including damage resulting from shipping, shall therefore not constitute grounds for a dispute or a claim for compensation in relation to the work.
- Certificate of lawful provenance and expertise report
- Insured shipping and electronic invoicing
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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Edition
Original
Artist
Italian school (XX)
Title of artwork
Natura morta con uva, pere, mela e noci - NO RESERVE
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
1950
Condition
Good condition
Height
51 cm
Width
68.5 cm
Period
1940-1950
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