Albert Bertalan (Hungarian, 1899-1957), Boat Landing, Oil on Canvas (Updated)

Description

Albert Bertalan (Hungarian, 1899-1957), original oil on canvas, artist signed, lower right, undated. An inspection of the verso reveals a … more Albert Bertalan (Hungarian, 1899-1957), original oil on canvas, artist signed, lower right, undated. An inspection of the verso reveals a darkened stretcher, with a yellowed loosely woven canvas that is nailed to the stretcher. This suggests the piece may be one of the artist's earlier works estimated c. 1930. This painting is described as a modernist landscape depicting a boat landing with homes framed by thick trees reflecting on gentle waters. The work is set in a later frame based on the newer brackets that secure the stretcher. The stretcher is approximately 23.625" x 31.875" (60cm x 81cm). Frame measurements are 33.5" x 42".

Auction Update: An alternative version of this painting was auctioned in France in November, 2022 for $2,000+ (including buyer's premium). See Millon Auction House, November 29, 2022, Modern Paintings (1870-1945), Lot No. 188. See photos. less