Antique 19th-century Italian Painting: The Baptism Of Jesus

An antique Italian painting from the second half of the 19thcentury. An oil on canvas work on its original canvas depicting theBaptism of Jesus by Saint John the Baptist. It is a visually strikingpainting, rich in figures and characterized by great luminosity. Itfeatures a period frame made of wood and plaster, applied to thefront of the painting (see photos), with some minor losses to theornamentation. The composition centers on Christ, illuminated by theHoly Spirit (see photos), while a multitude of reverent, prayerfulonlookers witness the scene from the sides. A large-scale, impactfulpainting with a beautiful patina, ideal for a living room or study.The work has undergone some conservative restoration, including thereplacement of the stretcher, color touch-ups, and patches applied tothe reverse (see photos). It shows small tears and traces of pastrestorations (see photos); overall, it is in fair condition andrequires further restoration.
Internal dimensions: H 135 x W 171cm

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