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Unidentified Artist XVIII Century
"Rustic Scene"

XVIII Century

$14,300.80
£10,590.85
€12,000
CA$19,702.43
A$21,905.68
CHF 11,534.67
MX$265,781.85
NOK 146,034.58
SEK 136,506.74
DKK 91,341.97

About the Item

Unidentified Artist, 18th Century – Rustic Scene Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions (Framed): 110 x 91 cm Dimensions (Flat): 100 x 81 cm Frame: Ornate gilded frame Description: This charming 18th-century oil painting captures a rustic pastoral scene, likely influenced by the Rococo and Romantic traditions that emphasized the idyllic simplicity of rural life. The composition centers on a modest yet evocative setting—a thatched-roof dwelling, seemingly constructed from natural materials, where a group of peasants engages in daily activities. A seated woman in elegant yet humble attire interacts tenderly with two children, while another woman stands nearby, engaged in quiet conversation. The background reveals smoke rising from chimneys, suggesting an active, lived-in space that enhances the painting’s narrative depth. The artist’s masterful use of soft, atmospheric light and delicate brushwork evokes a sense of warmth and harmony, reminiscent of François Boucher or Jean-Baptiste Greuze, who often portrayed rural life with an idealized elegance. The use of muted earth tones contrasted with soft pastels contributes to the painting’s dreamlike and sentimental quality, making it a fine example of 18th-century genre painting. The detailed rendering of fabric, rustic architecture, and natural elements showcases the artist’s skillful attention to texture and composition. Provenance: Private collection. Condition: Well-preserved with minor signs of age and patina, consistent with 18th-century artworks. Some areas of craquelure enhance the historical character of the piece. A refined and atmospheric 18th-century pastoral scene, ideal for collectors of period art and lovers of classical European painting.
  • Creator:
    Unidentified Artist XVIII Century
  • Creation Year:
    XVIII Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 31.89 in (81 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Edinburgh, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1987216774912

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