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Unidentified Artist / Illegibly Signed (XIX Century)"Winter Wonderland"1885
1885
$3,216.20
£2,408.41
€2,700
CA$4,482.37
A$4,916.07
CHF 2,571
MX$59,399.62
NOK 32,258.71
SEK 30,407.74
DKK 20,554.51
About the Item
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 Hilgers, who focused on naturalistic genre scenes with strong narrative elements.
Captures the Romanticized view of winter hardship, a popular theme in 19th-century realism and landscape painting.
Investment & Collectibility
A historically rich and emotionally engaging winter genre scene, ideal for collectors of European 19th-century realism.
Highly decorative and valuable due to its detailed composition, storytelling elements, and well-balanced winter palette.
Perfect for classical interiors, evoking nostalgia and the timeless beauty of winter landscapes.
This atmospheric and engaging composition offers both aesthetic appeal and historical insight, making it a desirable acquisition for collectors of 19th-century European painting.
- Creator:Unidentified Artist / Illegibly Signed (XIX Century)
- Creation Year:1885
- Dimensions:Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Edinburgh, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1987215960802
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