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Unknown19th Century European Panoramic Oil Painting Seaside Scene Donkey Drivers Signede.g. 1880-1899
e.g. 1880-1899
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About the Item
This exquisite antique panoramic late 19th-century oil painting presents a tranquil Mediterranean coastal scene bathed in sunset light. Two donkey drivers have paused to rest on a sandy beach, surrounded by dramatic rocky cliffs. One man tenderly strokes his loyal dog while his companion attends to their weary donkeys. Sailing ships slip across the horizon beneath a golden evening sky, creating depth in the composition, while a lone seagull circles forlornly above the water, adding dynamic movement to the otherwise tranquil scene. The work perfectly captures how European artists of the period romanticized the simple dignity of common everyday labor. Every detail reveals the painter's mastery: the weathered textures of seaside rocks, the natural fur of the animals, and the gentle movement of sea waves. An excellent example of European genre painting from the 1800s, ideal for collectors who appreciate maritime and pastoral subjects.
DETAILS:
Artist: Unidentified. Signed with monogram lower left. Late 19th century.
Medium: Oil painting on canvas.
Image dimensions (approx.): 46 x 92 cm (18.1 x 36.2 inches).
Condition: Overall in good condition showing age-appropriate wear, the canvas edges are backed/reinforced.
Frame: Unframed.
Provenance: Swedish private collection.
Shipping: Approx. weight 0.3 kg; packed approx. weight 2 kg. Secure, insured worldwide shipping available.
Notes: Please refer to the high-resolution photographs that form part of the condition report. Colors and tonal values may vary when viewed in person, depending on viewing conditions and ambient lighting.
- Creation Year:e.g. 1880-1899
- Dimensions:Height: 18.1 in (45.98 cm)Width: 36.2 in (91.95 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
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- Condition:Overall in good condition showing age-appropriate wear, the canvas edges are backed/reinforced.
- Gallery Location:Stockholm, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2257217273822
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