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Snowy Weather - Original Mixed Media Drawing - Early 20th Century

Early 20th Century

Image dimensions: 11,5x17,8 cm. Under the Snow is an original artwork realized by Anselmo Bucci in 1913. The state of preservation is very good, except for some small stains on the...

Sketch for a Sign is a very graceful drawing representing the sign of a bar. This artwork made by an anonymous artist in the first half of the 20th century was applied on a slightly ...

Winter Morning is an original etching artwork on paper signed "Tagel Carrete", an artist of the early 20th Century. Hand-signed on the lower right in pencil, with a description on ...

Figures is an original drawing in pencil, pastel and white lead realized by an Anonymous artist active in the 1900 century. Sheet dimension: 32 x 22 cm. The state of preservation i...

Felix Buhot (1847-1898), L’Hiver a Paris ou La Neige a Paris, 1879, etching, aquatint, drypoint, roulette. [signed and dated in the plate Felix Buhot Par...

Medium: original etching and drypoint with aquatint and roulette. This is an exquisite impression on japon paper, of what is arguably the most famous Felix Buhot etching. Executed in...

Medium: original etching and drypoint with aquatint and roulette. "L’Hiver a Paris" is also known as "La Neige a Paris". Executed in 1879 and published in Paris in 1881 for L'Art; t...

Unidentified Artist (19th Century) "Winter Wonderland" (1885) This charming 19th-century oil painting captures a winter landscape, depicting three figures trudging through the snow, engaged in animated conversation. The scene is set against a serene rural backdrop, where bare trees and a distant village silhouette convey the stark beauty of winter. The soft glow of the sky, transitioning from warm hues to cool whites, enhances the tranquil yet brisk atmosphere of a cold winter’s day. Plot & Interpretation The three travelers appear to be peasants or laborers, possibly returning home or embarking on a journey. Their layered winter clothing, fur hats, and backpacks suggest they are seasoned wanderers or workers, braving the elements. The gesturing figure in the middle seems to be engaged in storytelling or giving directions, adding a sense of movement and interaction. The snow-covered ground and delicate shadows create depth, emphasizing the hardship and resilience of rural life in the 19th century. Materials & Condition Medium: Oil on canvas Framed Dimensions: 47 x 46 cm Canvas Dimensions: 24 x 34 cm Frame: Ornate giltwood frame, enhancing the painting’s classical aesthetic Condition: Well-preserved with minor age-related patina, in line with its 1885 dating Historical Context & Artistic Style Likely influenced by Northern European realism, particularly Russian, German, or Scandinavian schools that depicted harsh winters and rural peasant life. Comparable to the works of Adolf von Meckel, Vasily Perov, or Carl...