18th-century Italian School Landscape with Figures - Antique Oil Painting

18th century

Sold by Brave Fine Art

Description

This beautiful 18th-century landscape painting depicts a glorious view across a mountainous region of Italy. The light is exquisite and typically Mediterranean - it’s the environment sought out by travelling artists. A sunlit haven on a gentleman’s grand tour.

In the foreground, two figures are resting by a large leaning tree. While ahead of them, several buildings are positioned atop a rocky peak. Imagine standing nearby, surveying the undulant scenery, while bathed in warm air.

The artist has captured this view with an abundance of charm and a love for rural Italy.

The painting is housed within an attractive later frame.

Medium: Oil on canvas

Overall size: 19” x 15” / 47cm x 39cm

Year of creation: c. 1780

Condition: Craquelure but the paint layer is stable. A few minor losses. Frame with some age-related wear.

Physical Dimensions

Height

39cm (15.35")

Width

47cm (18.50")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Declaration

Brave Fine Art has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA953041

Description

This beautiful 18th-century landscape painting depicts a glorious view across a mountainous region of Italy.

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The light is exquisite and typically Mediterranean - it’s the environment sought out by travelling artists.

Brave Fine Art

A sunlit haven on a gentleman’s grand tour.

fig 1. 18th-Century Italian School Landscape With Figures - Antique Oil Painting — fig 1. 18th-century Italian School Landscape with Figures - Antique Oil Painting

In the foreground, two figures are resting by a large leaning tree. While ahead of them, several buildings are positioned atop a rocky peak. Imagine standing nearby, surveying the undulant scenery, while bathed in warm air.