Lucien Laurent Gsell Art

Bartolomeo Passerotti ( Bologna 1529 – 3 giugno 1592) Ritratto di Gentiluomo con cane Olio su tavola, Sec. XVI, cm 84x69; con cornice 101x87 // Bartolomeo Passerotti (Bologna 1529...

This delightful turn of the century (early 20th century) oil on canvas painting represents an Italian landscape with one of the most famous squares in the world: Piazza San Marco in ...

19th Century Italian Orientalist Masterpiece Painting "Four Women In The Harem" circa 1880, in the Circle of Rudolf Ernst. Oil on canvas. "The O...

Harry McCormick (New York, b. 1942) "The Artist Studio" Original Oil Painting c.1970s Magnificent realist painting by New York artist Harry McCormick. Harry McCormick is a painter ...

Mia Bergeron's (US based) "Night Murmurs" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a man in a dark interior room with a yellow lamp lit on his bedside table. Mia Bergeron...

Everyday fishermen life is captured in this wonderful Italian impressionist late 19th century oil painting on thin board titled fishermen ashore. We love the neutral and natural colo...

Bedouin girl posing for the painter in late sunlight (sunset). Was painted by Cavaliero Antonio Scognamiglio ca. 1870-1880, most likely in Cairo as similar work of smaller size was i...

Luigi Cagliani (1910-1987) Paris street scene mid 20th century. Signed lower left. In a beautiful 17 x 19.5in hand carved period frame.

Ceremonial Portrait of Noble German Lady - amazing discovery of hidden monogram "J.E. 1826" disclosing Great American portraitist Jacob Eichholtz (17...

This painting features a young girl sitting on a chair in a dimly lit room, illuminated by the soft glow of an orange-tinted ceiling lamp. This painting captures the essence of the candle-light genre of art, which originated in the 17th century and was popularized by Dutch and Flemish artists. The candle-light paintings were characterized by the use of a single source of light, which was usually a candle, and were often accompanied by the inclusion of reflective surfaces such as mirrors, to create an ambiance of warmth and intimacy. Weise's painting is a beautiful example of this genre, as he uses the same technique of a single source of light to create a sense of depth and realism in the painting. The girl in the painting is dressed in a vibrant red dress and white stockings, and her expression suggests a moment of contemplation. On the table, there is a photo frame, perhaps containing a picture of someone dear to her, and its reflection is visible in the mirror in the background. The piano on the right side of the painting is in shadow, while above it is a portrait painting with a golden frame, which adds to the ambiance of the room. Karl Weise was a renowned painter known for his exceptional use of light and shadow in his paintings, which created a mesmerizing play of light that evoked a sense of depth and realism in his work. His paintings were highly appreciated during his lifetime, and they continue to be admired today for their timeless beauty and artistic merit. In conclusion, Karl Weise's painting is a beautiful example of the candle-light genre of art. The use of a single source of light creates a warm and intimate ambiance, while the shadows add depth and dimension to the painting. The young girl's expression and the inclusion of the photo frame and portrait painting add a sense of storytelling to the painting, making it a truly captivating classic artwork...

A fine Impressionist oil on canvas. Signed Lower left. oil on canvas 62cmx52cm Fine antique giltwood frame 80cmx70cm A view of the famous long established Vineyard, the Estate of Gro...

Alfred John Billinghurst (1880-1963) . A very good oil on canvas by the English Impressionist . A view of Kynance Cove near The Lizard in Cornwall . Bill...