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Allegory Of Africa, Framed Fixe-sous-verre, 19th Century

$1,554.88
£1,154.58
€1,300
CA$2,136.17
A$2,322.45
CHF 1,231.36
MX$27,840.25
NOK 15,650
SEK 14,337.53
DKK 9,910.17

About the Item

Large fixed under glass painting, allegorical representation of Africa by the portrait of a black woman, richly adorned with jewels and a turban on her head. Frame (perhaps Naples) in gilded wood in the mecca style (this Italian technique consists of applying a golden varnish on a support covered with silver leaves, less expensive than gold leaf; the effect is a warm and luminous gold) Some wear from use, the glass is not broken 1rst Part of the 19th century Dimensions with frame: Height 64cm Width 47.5cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.2 in (64 cm)Width: 18.71 in (47.5 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    MARSEILLE, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6656246679452

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