Two Brothers By A Bunch Of Grapes / Circa 1840 / Oil On Canvas
Portrait of Two Brothers
oil on canvas
French School, circa 1840 (Louis-Philippe)
57 x 52 without frame
67 x 64 with frame On its original canvas
This touching composition depicts two young brothers in a pose imbued with tenderness and brotherly protection. The older brother rests his hand on the younger brother’s shoulder, while the younger holds a bunch of grapes, a traditional symbol of abundance, prosperity, and hope.
The children wear dark clothing with ornate white collars, typical of the affluent bourgeoisie of the mid-19th century. The simplicity of the composition, the neutral background, the soft skin tones, and the subtle realism of the faces are fully in keeping with the aesthetic of the reign of Louis-Philippe, a period during which the family portrait experienced a considerable boom. The work reflects the family ideal then in vogue: affection among the children, domestic stability, and the transmission of values. The quality of the drawing, the subtlety of the gazes, and the meticulous rendering of the hands reveal an experienced portraitist working for a clientele of notables or members of the upper middle class.
The work, on its original canvas, has undergone a discreet professional restoration and is now in excellent display condition. It can be hung as is, ready to be admired.
oil on canvas
French School, circa 1840 (Louis-Philippe)
57 x 52 without frame
67 x 64 with frame On its original canvas
This touching composition depicts two young brothers in a pose imbued with tenderness and brotherly protection. The older brother rests his hand on the younger brother’s shoulder, while the younger holds a bunch of grapes, a traditional symbol of abundance, prosperity, and hope.
The children wear dark clothing with ornate white collars, typical of the affluent bourgeoisie of the mid-19th century. The simplicity of the composition, the neutral background, the soft skin tones, and the subtle realism of the faces are fully in keeping with the aesthetic of the reign of Louis-Philippe, a period during which the family portrait experienced a considerable boom. The work reflects the family ideal then in vogue: affection among the children, domestic stability, and the transmission of values. The quality of the drawing, the subtlety of the gazes, and the meticulous rendering of the hands reveal an experienced portraitist working for a clientele of notables or members of the upper middle class.
The work, on its original canvas, has undergone a discreet professional restoration and is now in excellent display condition. It can be hung as is, ready to be admired.
650 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Oil painting
Reference (ID): 1784183
Availability: In stock
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