Painting "praying Boy" - Late 19th, Early 20th Century.
Painting "Praying Boy" - late 19th, early 20th century.
Portrait of a Young Boy, oil on canvas, datable to the late 19th – early 20th century.
A work of remarkable execution, depicting a half-length portrait of a young man, captured in an intense and contemplative expression, his gaze directed upward.
The pictorial rendering is distinguished by the delicacy of the flesh tones, achieved through soft glazes and refined tonal transitions, which give the subject psychological depth.
Particular attention is paid to the modeling of the face, with attention to anatomical details and the luminosity of the gaze.
The neutral, subtly shaded background enhances the emerging figure, while the simple and balanced composition recalls the European academic tradition.
The fine and controlled brushstrokes suggest the hand of an academically trained artist.
At the top right is a small monogram, which deserves further study and may offer further insight into the artist.
Condition: The canvas shows signs of age consistent with its age, with minor abrasions and wear along the edges, but is generally in good condition.
A work of great charm, ideal for collectors of historical portraiture and for elegant settings requiring an authentic and evocative piece.
Dimensions: 31 x 20.5 cm
Technique: Oil on canvas mounted on a hardboard
Period: Late 19th – early 20th century
Portrait of a Young Boy, oil on canvas, datable to the late 19th – early 20th century.
A work of remarkable execution, depicting a half-length portrait of a young man, captured in an intense and contemplative expression, his gaze directed upward.
The pictorial rendering is distinguished by the delicacy of the flesh tones, achieved through soft glazes and refined tonal transitions, which give the subject psychological depth.
Particular attention is paid to the modeling of the face, with attention to anatomical details and the luminosity of the gaze.
The neutral, subtly shaded background enhances the emerging figure, while the simple and balanced composition recalls the European academic tradition.
The fine and controlled brushstrokes suggest the hand of an academically trained artist.
At the top right is a small monogram, which deserves further study and may offer further insight into the artist.
Condition: The canvas shows signs of age consistent with its age, with minor abrasions and wear along the edges, but is generally in good condition.
A work of great charm, ideal for collectors of historical portraiture and for elegant settings requiring an authentic and evocative piece.
Dimensions: 31 x 20.5 cm
Technique: Oil on canvas mounted on a hardboard
Period: Late 19th – early 20th century
650 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Oil painting
Width: cm. 20,5
Height: cm. 31
Reference (ID): 1739822
Availability: In stock
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