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19th C Allegorical Painting "Burning the Love Letters"
$5,996
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About the Item
This 19th century allegorical painting titled “Burning the Love Letters” is a masterful work of Romantic-era artistry, beautifully capturing the symbolism of love, loss, and transcendence. Set within an exquisitely detailed giltwood frame adorned with garlands, ribbons, and neoclassical motifs, the painting depicts three elegant female figures accompanied by cherubs. One figure, dressed in flowing robes, gestures toward the burning letters, symbolizing the release of passion and the fleeting nature of romance. Another sits amidst a pastoral landscape, crowned with flowers and holding a sheaf of wheat, embodying renewal and continuity. Overhead, a cherub floats gracefully in the clouds, while another scatters blossoms below, adding to the sense of divine presence and allegorical meaning.
The composition is rich with allegorical undertones, blending mythological and sentimental themes so favored in the 19th century. The vibrant yet soft palette and delicate brushwork highlight the romanticism and emotional intensity of the subject.
This painting, with its grand size, ornate gilded frame, and allegorical depth, would make a statement centerpiece for any serious collector of 19th century fine art, European allegorical paintings, or romantic decorative arts.
- Dimensions:Height: 78.5 in (199.39 cm)Width: 55.5 in (140.97 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Renaissance Revival (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1884
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Condition Very good condition. Old restoration and relining.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2091330326692
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