Eduard von GrütznerPair of Artworks "Genre Painting Jovial Monk with a Drink", 19th-20 th century
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Pair of Artworks "Genre Painting Jovial Monk with a Drink"
By Eduard von Grützner
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Antique Oil Painting (pair) Jovial Monk with a Drink Attributed to Eduard VON GRÜTZNER (XIX - XX) Medium: Oil on Panel Dimensions: Framed: 37 x 30 cm Artwork: 27 x 21 cm Framed 38 x 31 cm Flat 27 x 22 cm Style: Traditional European Genre Painting This charming oil paintings, attributed to Eduard VON GRÜTZNER, depicts a jovial, cheerful monk raising a glass in a toast. The composition reflects the long-standing European tradition of genre painting, capturing moments of everyday life with warmth and humor. The subject, dressed in a flowing brown robe and wearing a Renaissance-style beret, exudes an air of contentment and mirth, making this work a delightful representation of the age-old connection between monastic life and brewing culture. Executed in oil on panel, the painting exhibits fine attention to detail, particularly in the expressive facial features and rich textures of the monk’s clothing. The deep blue background contrasts beautifully with the warm tones of the figure, creating a striking visual impact. This type of subject matter was popular in 19th and early 20th-century European art, often appearing in German, Flemish, and Dutch tavern scenes...
19th Century Eduard von Grützner Paintings
Oil, Panel
