Italian school (XVIII) - Scena di corteggiamento
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Rare oil painting on glass from the second half of the 1700s depicting a gallant scene in good condition.
The artwork has its original glass, and the frame is contemporary.
In the 18th century, painting on glass was a technique that allowed for the creation of refined works, especially in Piedmont, where biblical-themed pieces such as 'San Paolo nutrito dal corvo' and 'Battesimo di Cristo' have been documented. The difficulty of this technique lay in handling the brush on a smooth surface like glass, which was different from canvas, and it required precision in execution.
Technique: Painting on glass was a complex technique that required skill and precision.
Subjects: Among the most common subjects were religious and biblical themes, as in the case of the two Piedmontese paintings mentioned.
Examples: A specific example from the 18th century, found in Palazzolo Acreide and dating back to 1791, is the work 'Miraculu in vitro'.
The smooth and slippery surface of the glass made it difficult to apply the paint compared to canvas.
Provenance: private collection, Milan, Italy
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Seller's Story
Art dealer specializing in old master paintings and 19th century works
In collaboration with ART & INVESTIGATION historical and artistic investigations on works of art
Translated by Google TranslateRare oil painting on glass from the second half of the 1700s depicting a gallant scene in good condition.
The artwork has its original glass, and the frame is contemporary.
In the 18th century, painting on glass was a technique that allowed for the creation of refined works, especially in Piedmont, where biblical-themed pieces such as 'San Paolo nutrito dal corvo' and 'Battesimo di Cristo' have been documented. The difficulty of this technique lay in handling the brush on a smooth surface like glass, which was different from canvas, and it required precision in execution.
Technique: Painting on glass was a complex technique that required skill and precision.
Subjects: Among the most common subjects were religious and biblical themes, as in the case of the two Piedmontese paintings mentioned.
Examples: A specific example from the 18th century, found in Palazzolo Acreide and dating back to 1791, is the work 'Miraculu in vitro'.
The smooth and slippery surface of the glass made it difficult to apply the paint compared to canvas.
Provenance: private collection, Milan, Italy
Fast shipping with secure packaging
Seller's Story
Art dealer specializing in old master paintings and 19th century works
In collaboration with ART & INVESTIGATION historical and artistic investigations on works of art
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Artist
Italian school (XVIII)
Sold with frame
Yes
Title of artwork
Scena di corteggiamento
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of Origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Height
21 cm
Width
28 cm
Period
18th century
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