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Heinrich SpiessHeinrich Spiess, The Love Letter, Oil Paintingc. 1860
c. 1860
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This mid-19th-century oil painting by German artist Heinrich Spiess (1832-1875) depicts a young lady reading a love letter. It’s an accomplished work by an artist with a profound admiration for the old masters.
Once again, she’s returned to her jewellery box to unearth a treasured letter from an admirer. Every time surreptitiously tucking it away from prying eyes inside a lockable jewellery box. There’s a chill of excitement as she delicately holds his words with both hands. A shudder of emerging romance, a dream unfolding. She’s not wearing a wedding ring - but for how long?
Whatever happened to love letters? Such a pleasing way of conveying one’s feelings.
Heinrich Spiess was immersed in the illustrious world of the old masters from an early age. His father, August Fred Spiess (1806-1855), was a notable draughtsman and produced numerous engravings after eminent Renaissance luminaries. They worked together on various projects. As a child, the young Heinrich would’ve been surrounded by old master prints. Here, we see a subtle nod to the Dutch masters of the 17th century, such as Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675) and Gabriël Metsu (1629-1667).
Heinrich Speiss trained at the Munich Academy. His works are held in numerous public collections including at the Bavarian National Museum in Munich.
Signed lower left and held within a Dutch-style wooden frame, probably original.
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- Creator:Heinrich Spiess (1832 - 1875, German)
- Creation Year:c. 1860
- Dimensions:Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)
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- Condition:Artwork presents well. Craquelure but the paint is stable. Frame with some light wear.
- Gallery Location:Cheltenham, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2328211655062
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