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Edward Henry Corbould
Studiolo delle meraviglie

1894

About the Item

This extraordinary watercolor and tempera on paper, signed Edward Corbould R.A. (Royal Academy) and dated 1894, testifies to the English painter's refined mastery of still life and historical subjects. The work, rich in finely executed details and charged with symbolism, recalls the aesthetics of Renaissance wunderkammer, offering a fascinating and sophisticated composition. Among the objects depicted emerge a miniature suit of armor, a chiseled helmet, ancient keys, and precious decorative artifacts of aristocratic elegance. The color balance and meticulous rendering of materials-from the glow of metal to the delicacy of painted ceramics-reveal the technical skill of Corbould, famous for his association with the British royal family. An ideal masterpiece for collectors and lovers of neoclassical and Victorian art.
  • Creator:
    Edward Henry Corbould (1815 - 1905, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1894
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.27 in (84.5 cm)Width: 40.95 in (104 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    Misure carta 63x80 cm.Price: $5,767
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2802215738692

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