Ending 14th Jul, 2024 18:00
Old Master, British and European Art | A Timed Auction
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School of Fontainebleau, 17th century
Venus and putti with a basket of flowers in a woodland setting
oil on panel
26 x 31.5cm
The Second School of Fontainebleau, flourishing in late 16th-century France, represents a pivotal moment in art history, blending French elegance with Italian Mannerism. Renowned for their intricate compositions and refined aesthetics, these paintings exude an ethereal beauty characterised by a fusion of naturalistic details with idealised forms, sophisticated ornamentation and vibrant colour palettes.
Sold for £900
Condition Report
Overall: 35 x 40.5cm
Craquelure. Not viewed under UV light or out of glazed frame, for a full report please contact the department.
Auction: Old Master, British and European Art | A Timed Auction, ending 14th Jul, 2024
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