European school (XIX) - Retrato mujer
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Oil painting titled Retrato mujer, from the nineteenth century, created in Spain, in a classical style, sold with frame, in excellent condition.
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Description from the seller
Portrait of a 19th-century woman with a beautiful carved wooden frame with gold leaf.
The person portrayed according to artificial intelligence is Klara Klimt, born in 1860, the eldest of Gustav Klimt's six siblings (1862-1918), and she shared an apartment with his brother and sister Hermine until Gustav's death. According to AI, the author of the work is:
Gustav Klimt (1862-1918) Austrian symbolist painter, one of the most prestigious representatives of the modernist movement; he also encompassed historical painting, religious art, landscape painting, portraits, genre scenes, and figurative works. Klimt painted canvases and murals with a highly ornate personal style, which he also expressed through craft objects. Intellectually aligned with a certain Romantic ideal, Klimt found in the female nude one of his most recurrent sources of inspiration. His works convey intense sensual energy, clearly reflected in his numerous pencil sketches, in some sense heirs to the erotic drawing tradition of Rodin and Ingres. Klimt's work was an important influence on his younger companion, Egon Schiele. In 1888, Klimt received the Gold Medal for Artistic Merit from Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria.
Condition: excellent with craquelure and small normal losses due to age.
The frame is provided free of charge with the sale of the canvas.
Canvas dimensions: 50 centimeters by 40 centimeters.
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Translated by Google TranslatePortrait of a 19th-century woman with a beautiful carved wooden frame with gold leaf.
The person portrayed according to artificial intelligence is Klara Klimt, born in 1860, the eldest of Gustav Klimt's six siblings (1862-1918), and she shared an apartment with his brother and sister Hermine until Gustav's death. According to AI, the author of the work is:
Gustav Klimt (1862-1918) Austrian symbolist painter, one of the most prestigious representatives of the modernist movement; he also encompassed historical painting, religious art, landscape painting, portraits, genre scenes, and figurative works. Klimt painted canvases and murals with a highly ornate personal style, which he also expressed through craft objects. Intellectually aligned with a certain Romantic ideal, Klimt found in the female nude one of his most recurrent sources of inspiration. His works convey intense sensual energy, clearly reflected in his numerous pencil sketches, in some sense heirs to the erotic drawing tradition of Rodin and Ingres. Klimt's work was an important influence on his younger companion, Egon Schiele. In 1888, Klimt received the Gold Medal for Artistic Merit from Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria.
Condition: excellent with craquelure and small normal losses due to age.
The frame is provided free of charge with the sale of the canvas.
Canvas dimensions: 50 centimeters by 40 centimeters.
Seller's Story
ENJOY THE ART & ANTIQUES
Where art meets a new story
Welcome to ENJOY THE ART & ANTIQUES, a space devoted to the search, selection and presentation of works of art, antiquities and collectible objects with character, history and authenticity.
Our passion stems from the conviction that every piece tells a unique story. We do not simply sell objects; we offer fragments of culture, design, craftsmanship and memory that deserve to be preserved and appreciated by new generations.
Inspired by the spirit of the great international platforms for art and collecting, where thousands of buyers seek special and hard-to-find pieces, we carefully select each item to ensure it possesses aesthetic value, historical interest or collectible singularity.
Our philosophy
At ENJOY THE ART & ANTIQUES we believe that the true value of a work is not measured solely by its age or its price, but by its ability to move, inspire and connect with people.
Therefore, our selection focuses on:
- Old, modern and contemporary painting.
- European and Oriental antiques.
- Decorative and collectible objects.
- Sculptures and decorative arts.
- Engravings and graphic works.
- Vintage pieces with personality.
- Historical curiosities and singular objects.
Each lot is studied and described with maximum honesty and transparency, providing all available information about its provenance, condition and relevant characteristics. A rigorous and truthful description is one of the fundamental pillars of any professional art and antiques seller.
Commitment to quality
Our objective is to offer a buying experience based on trust.
Therefore:
- We make a careful selection of the pieces we put up for sale.
- We document the objects with detailed photographs.
- We describe possible signs of use or age with precision.
- We respond to buyers and collectors' inquiries in a personalized way.
- We pack each shipment with the utmost care to ensure safe delivery.
We know that many of our clients are experienced collectors, decorators, art lovers or people seeking a special piece for their home. That is why we work to offer items that stand out for their artistic, historical or decorative interest.
A passion for discovering treasures
The world of art and antiques is full of unexpected finds. From a forgotten painting to a decorative piece with decades or centuries of history, every object has a unique journey.
At ENJOY THE ART & ANTIQUES we enjoy researching, discovering and sharing those special pieces that transform a collection or add personality to any space.
Our mission is to bring buyers from around the world authentic, interesting and carefully selected objects, following the tradition of markets specialized in art and collecting that connect sellers and international collectors.
Personalized attention
We believe that buying art and antiques should be a close and satisfying experience.
That is why we are always available to:
- Resolve questions about any lot.
- Provide additional information.
- Provide complementary photographs when possible.
- Advise on transport and conservation of the pieces.
Buyer satisfaction and the building of long-term trusted relationships are our best calling card.
Our promise
Authenticity, transparency, professionalism and passion for art.
These are the values that define ENJOY THE ART & ANTIQUES and that accompany us with every piece we select and make available to our clients.
Thank you for visiting our page and for sharing with us the pleasure of discovering unique objects.
ENJOY THE ART & ANTIQUES
Because every object has a story, and every story deserves a new home.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Artist
European school (XIX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Title of artwork
Retrato mujer
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
720 mm
Width
590 mm
Depiction/theme
Portrait
Style
Classical
Period
19th century
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