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1920
s Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell one light sconces with scalloped backplate
Category
1910s American American Classical Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$2,200 / set
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jade Clasp Triple Strand Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful vintage triple-strand cultured pearl necklace featuring a striking hand-carved jade clasp set in solid 14k yellow gold. The pearls display soft, natural luster with gentle ...
Category
20th Century Manhattan
Materials
Jade, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pink
Black Christian Lacroix Silk
Lace Top
Blazer Set Size FR 40
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
Vintage pink and black silk and lace top and blazer set by Christian Lacroix. Strapless top features straight neckline, vent at front hem, and black zip closure. Blazer features over...
Category
1990s French Manhattan
Pair of Pink Opaline glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950's French opaline glass lamps.
Measurements:
Height of body: 18"
Height to shade rest: 25"
Diameter: 6.5"
Category
1950s French Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Opaline Glass
$5,400 / set
Colorful Dragon Tibetan Early 20th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
1st Quarter of the 20th-century Tibetan rug with a large-scale dragon motif.
The wool is soft, Texture and patina are fabulous. Can also make for a suitable wall hanging.
Measure...
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Archaistic Manhattan
Materials
Wool
32.5 Carats Garnet Gemstone Silver Tennis Bracelet Luxury Jewelry Gift
Located in New York, NY
32.5 Carats Garnet Gemstone Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural garnet, weighing 32.5 carat. It measures 7.25 inches long in length.
Garnet stim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Manhattan
Materials
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
$210 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Museum Quality Neo-Grec Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Ewer by Edward C. Moore
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
This Neo-Grec sterling silver Ewer from Tiffany & Co., crafted by the renowned silversmith Edward C. Moore, is a remarkable example of 19th-century American artistry. Produced by Moo...
Category
1870s American Neoclassical Antique Manhattan
Materials
Sterling Silver
Alex Katz - No Kids – Come Into My House album cover (Hand Signed by Alex Katz)
By Alex Katz
Located in New York, NY
Alex Katz - No Kids – Come Into My House album cover (Hand Signed by Alex Katz), 2008, 2013
Offset lithograph album cover (Hand signed in marker by Alex Katz)
Album cover designed by...
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Cardboard, Lithograph, Offset
Mother of Pearl Dish Spoons Caviar
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of three (3) pieces; natural mother-of-pearl caviar dish and spoon set. Beautiful luster and iridescence.
Category
Late 20th Century Manhattan
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl
$625 / set
Natural Pink Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features princess-cut natural pink sapphires totaling 1.12 carats, set in 18k yellow gold. each measuring approximately 2.5 mm in size. and securely set in channel ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Manhattan
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,248 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Modern Turquoise Unisex Tennis Bracelet Gift for Him Crafted in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Modern Turquoise Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural turquoise, It measures 7 inches long in length.
Turquoise stimulate concentration and reduc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Manhattan
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
$377 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Bochic “Capri” 100 Carat Plus Of Natural Ruby Necklace Set in 18K Gold
Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” 100 Carat Plus Of Natural Ruby Necklace Set in 18K Gold & Silver
Elegant and Chic Italian style
Natural Red Ruby - 112 Carats
The Bochic "Capri" Multi Ruby Neckla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Manhattan
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$7,275 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Minimal Abstract Figurative Crystal Sculpture signed Steuben
By Steuben Glass
Located in New York, NY
This delightfully formed Mid-Century Modernist Minimal Abstract Figurative Crystal Sculpture signed Steuben originates from France during the latter half of the 20th Century. This pi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Crystal
Unique Blue Sapphire
Ruby Studded Elephant Bracelet in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Unique Blue Sapphire and Ruby Studded Elephant Bracelet in sterling silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural blue sapphire, ruby, weighing 3.56 carat. It measures 7.25 inches lon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$225 Sale Price / item
50% Off
1989 Vintage Rolex DateJust Model 69178 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rare Dial Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Please note: 1stDibs Estimates do not take into account today's gold prices, the rarity of the item nor the condition.
Maker: Rolex
Model: DateJust 69178
Year: 1989
Material: 18 Ka...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Manhattan
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Italian Fontana Arte Style Aqua Blue Murano Glass Brass Bubble Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Italian blown Murano glass bubble sconces, in a sophisticated aqua blue color in Fontana Arte style, inspired by mid-century modern design. Created with a minimalist aes...
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Manhattan
Materials
Metal, Brass
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare "Odyssey" Coffee Table 1960s (Signed)
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in New York, NY
Important and mesmerizing "Odyssey” Coffee Table in patinated and engraved bronze and pewter with vibrant hand-painted enamels and gold and copper leaf atop a Greek column pedestal b...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter, Gold Leaf
Pair 1920 Large Cut Crystal Table Lamps with Bronze Base
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's large cut crystal table lamps with bronze base
Category
1920s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Fine quality 19th Century Meiji Japanese Bronze Censer / Incense Burner
Located in New York, NY
Finely modeled and cast antique (19th century) Meiji period Japanese bronze censer (incense burner) featuring a cover with wonderful details of an eagle and dragon stalking an exotic...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Manhattan
Materials
Bronze
Rose Cut Diamond Bombé Stud Earrings by Fred Leighton
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
Rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.82cts are pavé set in bombé silver top 18 karat yellow gold mountings. Signed Fred Leighton. The earri...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
"Blue Streak" Black Bunnies Blue Accents Gold Background Oil Painting on Canvas
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Bunnies. This piece depicts gestural figures of Bunnies against a gold background with navy blue accents. Inspired b...
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Manhattan
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Elis Bergh 3-Arm Silver Plated Chandelier for C.G. Hallberg, Sweden
By Elis Bergh, CG Hallberg
Located in New York, NY
An elegant early Art Deco "Swedish Grace" polished 3-arm silver plated chandelier designed by Elis Bergh for C.G. Hallberg silversmith. Original canopy with Hallberg mark impressed. ...
Category
1920s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Gold Elephant Pendant Vintage 18 Karat Animal Jewelry Natural Ruby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Elephant Pendant
as new condition
18k yellow Gold approx 12.20 grams
Natural Ruby stones as the eyes and in the bottom approx 0.15 ct
...
Category
Early 2000s Manhattan
Materials
Ruby, Gold
‘Taraxacum’ Cocoon Pendant by Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for FLOS
By Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of mid-century Italian design, the “Taraxacum” Cocoon Pendant was conceived by the visionary brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and put into production by FL...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Manhattan
Materials
Steel
Last Ride Oceanside
By Ludwig Favre
Located in New York, NY
THIS PIECE IS AVAILABLE FRAMED. Please reach out to the gallery for additional information.
Photographer Ludwig Favre's affinity for shooting California is deeply tied to nostalgi...
Category
2010s Manhattan
Materials
Photographic Paper
Chanel Blue Quilted Tweed Afternoon Tea Top Handle Vanity Case With Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Blue Quilted Tweed Afternoon Tea Top Handle Vanity Case With Chain
SKU: 148878
Condition: Pre-owned
Condition Description: Intrinsically Chanel, the medium Coc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Manhattan
Vintage Bronze Foliage Lantern with Glass Inset
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920 Italian bronze lantern with painted finish. 3 interior lights.
Measurements:
Drop: 36"
Diameter: 21"
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Blown Glass
Green Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of luxury green rock crystal quartz bubble lamps with polished brass frames. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Each lamp installed two sockets.
To th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Rock Crystal
$8,900 / set
Lei Wang Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Green"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Green
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 21 x 29.5 inches
Frame: Framing options available!
Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition.
Note: This painting is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Moissanite Solitaire Everyday Pendant in 14k Solid White Gold Wedding Gift
Located in New York, NY
Moissanite Solitaire Everyday Pendant in 14k solid white gold. You shall need solitaire pendant to make a statement with your look. These solitaire pendant create a sparkling, luxuri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Manhattan
Materials
Other, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$125 Sale Price
50% Off
"Pétal de Kyoto" Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
Introducing "Pétal De Kyoto," a captivating limited release fine art print that promises to inspire art enthusiasts. This piece is meticulously crafted ...
Category
2010s American Modern Manhattan
Materials
Paper
J. Birnbach GIA 2.29 Carat L VS2 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your everyday elegance with this refined 18K yellow gold pendant necklace, showcasing a stunning 2.29 carat round brilliant diamond. Graded L color and VS2 clarity by GIA, th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nazmiyal Collection Antique Star of Bethlehem Quilt Textile 3
5" x 3
6"
Located in New York, NY
Antique American Star of Bethlehem Quilt Textile, Country of Origin: America, Circa Date: 1850-1870
Category
Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Manhattan
Materials
Wool
Contemporary pop art 3-D interior wall sculpture pink Straws, Acrylic, Plexiglas
By Sangsik Hong
Located in New York, NY
A figure appears when looking straight in the middle of the piece
Acrylic, STRAWS, Plexiglas.
Sang Sik Hongs' work is all made by hand; each straw is hand placed, a contrast to the...
Category
2010s Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Plastic, Plexiglass, Acrylic
White Alaia Ruffle-Trimmed Sleeveless Dress Size FR 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
White ruffle-trimmed sleeveless dress by Alaia. V-neck. Drawstring at waist. Front closure. 34" bust, 28" waist, 40" length, 11" shoulder width.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Manhattan
Hermès Anemone Epsom Sellier Mini Kelly II 20 GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Anemone Epsom Sellier Mini Kelly II 20 GHW
SKU: Z149960
Condition: Pre-owned
Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Hermès Kelly was originally...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Manhattan
Antique Belouch with Red Brown Field with Floral Ashik Design
Located in New York, NY
Eight offset rows of ashik-headed flowers with dense stem decorations, fill the red-brown field. Light blue minor borders edge a broad central stripe in brownish salmon-buff with a d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Manhattan
Materials
Wool
[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Bathers by the Shore
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
Signed in red, u.r.
Oil on canvas
66 x 84 inches
This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City.
Mark Beard, born in 1956 in Salt Lake City, now lives in New York...
Category
2010s Manhattan
Materials
Oil
![[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Bathers by the Shore](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/mark-beard-paintings-bruce-sargeant-1898-1938-bathers-by-the-shore-for-sale/a_9323/1598457224758/Beard_Sargeant_Bathers_by_the_Shore_1200_master.jpg?width=240 "mark beard artist")
3.65 Carat Cushion London Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring in 10K White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic statement in color and form, this 10K white gold ring features a richly saturated 3.65-carat cushion-cut London blue topaz, measuring 10x8mm. The center stone is surrounde...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold
$731 Sale Price
25% Off
Alex Soldier Pearl Sterling Silver Platinum Textured Drop Clip-on Earrings
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
As though cast for good fortune, coins emerge from the depths of the deep blue sea, their surfaces polished by the relentless action of waves and the passage of time. These enchantin...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Rhodium, Silver, Sterl...
$904 Sale Price
20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Ruby
Multi Color Gem
Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold
Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Color Gem & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Blue Aquamarine - 5 Carats
Natural Red Ruby - 6 Carats
Natural White Topaz - 3 Carats
N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Manhattan
Materials
Aquamarine, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Go...
$2,300 Sale Price
20% Off
Hermes Black Chevre Leather Mini Bearn Wallet PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Chevre Leather Mini Bearn Wallet PHW
Made In: France
Year of Production: 2022
Color: Black
Hardware: Silvertone palladium
Materials: Chevre leather
Lining: Smooth leat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Manhattan
1930
s French Gilt Bronze Light Fixtures with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930 French gilt bronze light fixture with 2 interior lights, and Opaline glass inset from a Paris Hotel (available also in silver finish)
Category
1930s French Neoclassical Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Peking Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th century Chinese Floral design rug in predominantly navy blue
Measures: 4'10'' x 7'8''.
Category
20th Century Chinese Minimalist Manhattan
Materials
Wool
Vintage Tiffany Co 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Ribbed Hoop One Inch Long Earrings
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ribbed Hoop Earrings. Meticulously crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, these earrings are a testament to tim...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Coral
South Sea Pearl Bangle Set 18K
Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Coral & South Sea Pearl Bangle Set 18K & Silver
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Natural Sapphire & South Sea Pearl Earrings ands bangle
Natural Sri Lankan ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Anglo-Indian Manhattan
Materials
Coral, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$847 Sale Price
33% Off
19th Century Bronze Fireplace Screen in French Louis XV/ XVI Style
Located in New York, NY
Antique (19th century) gilt bronze fireplace screen in the French Louis XV / XVI style, featuring cherubs tending to a flame and frame with organic motifs including connected scrolls...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Manhattan
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Style Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet for Her in 925 Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in Sterling Silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural emerald, weighing 5.67 carat and diamonds weighing 0.60 carats. It measure...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Manhattan
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,257 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Vintage Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold 34mm Hand Wound Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Audemars Piguet
Year: 1970s
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Gold
Case Measurement: 34 mm
Movement: Manual Wind
Condition: Pristine, like new
Weight: 72 Grams
Size: Adjustable,...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Manhattan
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Italian Bochic “Capri” Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold
Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Classic Italian Bochic “Capri” Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Blue Topaz, Radiant Cut Shape
7.00 carats
Natural Multi White Topaz
3.00 carats
This Ring is fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Classical Roman Manhattan
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$620 Sale Price
20% Off
18" Natural Black Diamond (205.00ct) Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, edgy, and endlessly versatile — this 18" strand necklace features 7–8.5mm faceted black diamond beads, each meticulously cut to capture and reflect light with striking brill...
Category
Early 2000s American Manhattan
Materials
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Marc Chagall
Le Cantique des Cantiques
1975 Signed
By (after) Marc Chagall
Located in CA, CA
Signed by the artist in pencil "Marc Chagall" lower right and numbered 18/200 on the left, with the printed inscription "CH. SORLIER GRAV. LITH"
Catalogue Raisonné: Sorlier CS 47
C...
Category
1970s Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Paper
Inlaid Teak Writing Desk from India
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful writing desk, handcrafted in India out of aged teak wood and responsibly sourced animal bone inlay. Late 20th Century (1990-1995). Split front apron, two drawers with br...
Category
1990s Indian Anglo-Indian Manhattan
Materials
Bone, Teak
$2,520 Sale Price
28% Off
Zabihi Collection Persian Veece Tribal Rug
Located in New York, NY
a 1930s Persian Tribal veece room size rug in orange and blue
Details
rug no. j2922
size 8' 11" x 13' (272 x 396 cm)
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Manhattan
Materials
Wool
Cartier Panthere Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Pear-Shaped Emeralds as the eyes and Onyx for the noses.
Signed by Cartier
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Manhattan
Materials
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
$10,950
Artisan Blue Topaz Drop Earrings With Diamonds In 14K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
These stunning drop earrings by Artisan showcase a total of 15.87ct vivid blue topaz in graduated ovals framed by 0.35ct of sparkling diamonds, all set in 5.306g of 14K white gold. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Manhattan
Materials
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
1930
s French Flush Mount with Crystal Flowers
Located in New York, NY
circa 1930's French gilt metal light fixture with crystal flowers (4 interior lights)
Category
1930s French French Provincial Vintage Manhattan
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Louis Vuitton Gold Monogram Miroir Alma GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Gold Monogram Miroir Alma GM
SKU: 148855
Condition: Pre-owned
Condition Description: Introduced in 1992, the history of the Alma bag from Louis Vuitton ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Manhattan
Copy of "Portrait of Beatrice dʼEste" by Leonardo da Vinci created 15th Century
Located in New York, NY
A masterful copy by an unknown artist, after the portrait of "Beatrice d'Este" by Leonardo Da Vinci also known as ‘Portrait of a Lady’ or ‘La Dama con la reticella di perle (The Lady With a Pearl Hairnet)’. The original work originally created in the 15th Century is currently on display in the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana Museum of Milan. Beatrice d'Este was the Duchess of Bari/Milan and was believed to be one of the most attractive princesses of the Renaissance. Her impeccable style won her many admirers throughout Italy and France, and she became a trendsetter of the highest order. This copy of the original painting, is an oil on canvas done in the 18th Century, and in this exquisite portrait, the artist has masterfully depicted the fine details with draped hair, pearls, royal dress, ornate headgear and sumptuous jewelry in front of a dark background. Once again, capturing the imagination with another enigmatic smile. It comes housed in an elegant period giltwood frame with ebonized trims and ready to be displayed with hanging wire on verso.
Art measures 28 x 18 inches
Frame measures 34.5 x 24.5 inches
There is much debate and controversy over who actually painted the "Beatrice d'Este" was it Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519), or Giovanni Ambrogio de Predis (1455–1508). So we may never know who executed the original portrait which hangs in the museum, but that need not deter from an appreciation of its singularity. Following the portraiture convention established by painters of the Quattrocentro, the artist has chosen to portray his sitter in profile. In doing so, he magnificently captures the essence of his sitter, a girl on the threshold of womanhood. Bedecked in the adornments—silk, velvet, pearls and embroidery (brocade) crafted of spun gold threads—afforded her by birthright and marriage, Beatrice looks forward in noble serenity. And at the same time her profile with its upturned nose and slight smile betrays an innocence that must have been the basis of the oft-repeated epithet: la più zentil donna in Italia” (“the sweetest lady in Italy”).
It is believed the lady is Beatrice d'Este (1475-1497), duchess of Bari and later of Milan, the wife of Ludovico Sforza (known as "il Moro"). One of the most beautiful princesses of the Italian Renaissance, she was known for her good taste in fashion. Beatrice was a member of the Este-Sforza family, which joined by marriage two of the oldest reigning and already powerful houses in Italy. The house of Este, which held court in Ferrara, traced its lineage to the 11th century Dukes of Saxony and Bavaria. Beatriceʼs father, Ercole I ruled the Ferrara commune for 34 years, catapulting the city-state (and the Estes with it) to an unmatched level of economic prosperity and cultural prominence. The family was renowned for its love of letters and patronage of the arts.
The first time Leonardo da Vinci’s name resounded in the Ambrosiana, it was through the pen of its founder, Cardinal Federico Borromeo, who attributed this little panel to the great Master, describing it as “A portrait of a Duchess of Milan, by the hand of Leonardo”. Following the Cardinal’s statement, the portrait was for long assumed to depict Beatrice d’Este, the wife of Ludovico il Moro. However, scholars have recently been more cautious and vague in their statements, with regard to both the artist (anonymous Lombard or Emilian...
Category
18th Century Northern Renaissance Manhattan
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pink Swim
By Madeleine Gross
Located in New York, NY
ABOUT THIS ARTIST: Madeleine Gross is a Toronto-based artist who customizes her photographs with paint in a way designed to abstract landscapes but without completely abstracting rea...
Category
2010s Manhattan
Materials
Photographic Paper
