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Mathais LeyendeckerThrush hanging from a hook
$6,746.46
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About the Item
Mathais Leyendecker (1821-1871)
Thrush hanging from a hook
Oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1869
Canvas Size 13 3/4 x 9 in
Framed Size 19 1/2 x 15 in
Provenance
Sale, Christie's London, 19th Century Pictures, 4th October 1991, Lot 104;
Private Collection, London.
Mathias Leyendecker (1821–1871) was a German-born painter who built his artistic career in France during the mid-19th century. Born in Dernau on June 11, 1821, he was the younger brother of the painter Johann Josef Leyendecker. He moved to Paris, where he trained at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts under the guidance of Michel-Martin Drolling and the renowned portraitist Franz Xaver Winterhalter.
Leyendecker became known for his elegant portraiture and finely detailed still life paintings. Between 1843 and 1848, and again from 1861 to 1870, he exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon, affirming his reputation among the artistic elite of his day. His portraits—often depicting refined figures of Parisian society—were admired for their grace and sensitivity, while his still lifes, including arrangements of game birds and hunting trophies, showcased his precision and technical skill.
In the later part of his career, Leyendecker also worked as a copyist for the French government, a testament to his meticulous technique and trusted eye. Though not as widely known today, his works have occasionally surfaced at auction, with some achieving significant prices, underscoring a lasting appreciation for his craftsmanship.
Mathias Leyendecker passed away in 1871, possibly near Bonn. His work reflects a rich blend of German artistic roots and French academic tradition, leaving behind a quietly dignified legacy within 19th-century art.
- Creator:Mathais Leyendecker (1821 - 1871, German, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Stoke, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU446316640782
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