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Religious painting depicting a monk saint, oil on wooden panel, Italy, late 19th – early 20th century.
This finely executed …
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Religious painting depicting a monk saint, oil on wooden panel, Italy, late 19th – early 20th century.
This finely executed devotional painting represents a monastic saint portrayed frontally in a contemplative and solemn attitude, holding a staff and making a gesture of blessing. The restrained palette, softened by time, and the balanced composition convey a strong sense of spirituality and quiet presence.
The work is painted in oil on a solid wooden panel of notable thickness (approx. 2 cm), suggesting careful craftsmanship. The surface shows natural aging and a gently matured patina consistent with its age, without recent restoration, preserving its original character.
On the reverse, an old handwritten label is present, bearing a dedication and a date reading 15 April 1948, possibly commemorative in nature. While the inscription does not necessarily indicate the execution date of the painting, it adds historical interest and provenance context to the piece.
The painting is housed in a later, silver-leafed wooden frame with an aged finish, which complements the work aesthetically while not being original to the panel.
This evocative religious artwork is well suited for collectors of devotional art, historic interiors, or as a refined accent piece in both classic and contemporary settings.
Origin: Italy
Dimensions (panel): 20 × 15 cm
Frame: Later wooden frame with antiqued silver leaf
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- Dimensions
- 9.84ʺW × 0.79ʺD × 11.81ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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