Painting, Bavarian couple, Oil on canvas, 1880

Oil on canvas, dated "1880" and signed. The inscription "Study" indicates that this is most likely a preparatory work, executed prior to a more finished final composition—a common practice among 19th-century painters. The scene depicts a Bavarian couple in traditional dress, posed against a rustic backdrop. The painter pays particular attention to the fabrics, folk accessories, and the intimate pose of the pair. The treatment of the faces, flowers, and furniture reflects a naturalistic eye typical of the period. The original canvas is mounted on an old wooden stretcher, with a patinated reverse, horizontal reinforcement, and traces of previous restorations. Dimensions: H 62 cm × W 61 cm.