We are pleased to present this stunning 19th century oil on canvas painting. The work depicts a genre scene with young women in an elegant interior.
The painting is characterized by a wealth of detail, from the figures to the surrounding furnishings. A young woman on the right is wearing an elegant, shiny white dress and looking intently at her reflection. A woman and a little girl on the left observe the scene from behind a table covered with a rich red tablecloth. Under the table rests a small white dog on a cushion, also a member of the family, a typical element of portraiture of the time. The furnishings are very refined and, although not the focal point of the scene, they are depicted with care; some typical 19th century furniture is also visible.
The painting is of excellent pictorial quality, evident in the careful descriptive ability to detail the daily life of the time. The artist masterfully uses the light that enters from the window on the left to illuminate the interior, obtaining a perfect contrast that highlights the focal point of the scene. With a delicate and refined contrast, the light highlights the white dress and the bright red of the fabrics, leaving the darker shades of the background in shadow. This painting will fascinate you and transport your imagination to an intimate and carefree moment between two young women.
The work is presented in a rich 19th century gilded frame, which has some defects. Please examine all images carefully.
If you love animated scenes, this painting is perfect for your collection. A wonderful work that will enchant your guests!
Frame size (cm):
Height: 60
Width: 52
Depth: 6
Dimensions of the painting (cm):
Height: 47
Width: 38.5
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SILVER Seller in Alessandria, Italy
