Portrait of Italian Lady with Florentine Landscape, 1890, Oil on Canvas, Framed

The landscape with the hills of Florence, its monuments and Brunelleschi's cathedral serve as an elegant backdrop for this romantic portrait of an elegant Italian lady. The woman painted in an off-the-shoulder pink evening gown is reading a love letter, standing on a terrace with a magnificent panorama and furnished with antiques. Painted with a soft pastel colors palette, the softly falling, iridescent fabrics are matched by the virtuoso and loosely applied impasto brushstrokes. The natural beauty and porcelain complexion of this young woman are highlighted by a red cloth that falls gently on her shoulder and a graceful pose. The painter manages to give her a sweet dreamy look, but at the same time thoughtful, portraying her in an intimate moment. Each element of this painting takes us back to a romantic ancient world and the fashion of the art nouveau period. The taste of the late 19th century echoes in the furnishings from the Louis XVI chair and the center table filled with a flower arrangement to the chinoiserie screen. The portrait is decidedly Italianate in taste. The scene takes place in Florence, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, so much so that the background is as detailed as the main character, helping to define her dreamy soul. This rectangular oil on canvas painting is housed in a new hand-assembled giltwood molded frame that perfectly reflects the time period and the style of the painting. The painting is in very good overall condition with a stable surface, bright and saturated colors, pleasant dense material brushstrokes, original patina, and canvas. Dimensions: Framed H: 107 cm, W: 77 cm. Unframed H: 90 cm, W: 60 cm. Period: 1890 to 1919. Year: 1890. Production Period: Unknown, 1890 to 1919. Country of Manufacture: Italy. Style: Art Nouveau. Detailed Condition: Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Restoration and Damage Details: Patina consistent with age and use, bright and saturated color, stable surface, original patina, and canvas.