Ferdinand Fagerlin

Portrait of Alice Ritter by Ferdinand Fagerlin. Oil on Canvas

1862

Carl Magnus Lindqvist (1884-1977) Sweden Portrait of a Young Woman (1911) oil on canvas mounted on masonite signed and dated unframed 43 x 35 cm (16.9 x 13.8 in) framed 49.5 x 41 c...

In this exquisite painting by Victor Ravet, we are transported to an elegant interior setting reminiscent of the grandeur of high-class homes. The focal point is a woman adorned in a shimmering pink gown, radiating grace and sophistication. Bathed in gentle light, her dress catches the glimmer, accentuating her beauty. She holds a treat for a dog in her hand, enticing the furry companion who stands on its hind legs in eager anticipation. The canine's eyes fixated on the delicious morsel, capturing a moment of playful interaction between the woman and her loyal companion. The scene takes on a narrative quality as the young woman's other hand delicately lifts a curtain, hinting at another room beyond. This subtle gesture adds depth to the composition, suggesting a world of hidden secrets and intriguing possibilities within the opulent surroundings. Victor Ravet took inspiration from the Dutch Golden Age painters of the 17th century, such as Vermeer, Jacob Ochtervelt, and Gerrit Dou. This homage to their style and subject matter pays tribute to the timeless allure of domestic scenes, capturing a slice of life in a bygone era. With meticulous attention to detail, Ravet masterfully recreates the textures and fabrics, immersing the viewer in the sumptuousness of the period. The soft play...

A. C. DOUGLAS HAMILTON, 1918 - 2001 Studied at the Lancaster School of Art under Walter Bayes and won his National Diploma in 1949. Original oil on canvas, 18.5 x 25.5 inches, Fra...

Oil Painting by William Richard Waters "Portrait of a Lady" flourished 1813 - 1880 Painter of Portraits, still-life as coastal genre scenes. Worked in Paris before settling in Dover....