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Style: Islamic
Orientalist Watercolor of a Middle-Eastern Beauty, Circa 1890
Orientalist Watercolor of a Middle-Eastern Beauty, Circa 1890

Orientalist Watercolor of a Middle-Eastern Beauty, Circa 1890

By Francesco Ballesio 2

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Francesco Ballesio (Italian, 1860-1923). A fine orientalist pencil and watercolor heightened with gum Arabic on paper figure of "A Middle-Eastern Beauty at Rest" depicting a young maiden resting on a Persian rug laid down as a bed while holding a tambourine and next to a Moroccan ivory-inlaid octagonal table with a tea pot on top. Signed and inscribed 'Ballesio Roma Tivoli' (upper right). All within an ornate rococo gilt wood and gesso carved frame with a protective glass, Rome, circa 1890-1900, Frame height: 23 inches (58.4 cm). Frame width: 30 1/2 inches (30.5 cm). Frame depth: 2 1/4 inches (5.7 cm). Paper height: 15 inches (38.1 cm). Paper width: 21 1/2 inches (54.7 cm). Literature: A similar subject matter watercolor is catalogued and illustrated in Caroline Juler, "Les Orientalistes...

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1890s Italian Antique Islamic Drawings

Materials

Gesso, Glass, Wood, Paper

orientalist watercolor 2
orientalist watercolor 2

orientalist watercolor 2

$172Sale Price|62% Off

orientalist watercolor 2

By Societé anonyme francaise

Located in TARBES, FR

Discover this magnificent orientalist watercolor, dating from the end of the 20th century. This masterpiece captures the vibrant and mysterious essence of the Orient through soft col...

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1990s Algerian Islamic Drawings

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Paper

orientalist watercolor
orientalist watercolor

orientalist watercolor

$172Sale Price|62% Off

orientalist watercolor

By Societé anonyme francaise

Located in TARBES, FR

Discover this magnificent orientalist watercolor, dating from the end of the 20th century. This masterpiece captures the vibrant and mysterious essence of the Orient through soft col...

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1990s Algerian Islamic Drawings

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Paper

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Islamic drawings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Islamic drawings for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage drawings created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, gesso and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Islamic drawings made in a specific country, there are Asia, Europe, and India pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original drawings, popular names associated with this style include and Francesco Ballesio. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for drawings differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $895 and tops out at $23,500 while the average work can sell for $12,198.