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Great 19th century Italian painting, Saint John the Baptist

Offered by: Parino Mercato Antiquario

Description
Great Italian painting from the first half of the 19th century. Oil on canvas, first canvas, painting depicting a religious subject, Saint John the Baptist, of excellent pictorial quality. Painting that, as a setting, takes inspiration from a famous Saint John the Baptist by Guido Reni, where the saint is depicted with more youthful features and in a mirrored position. Painting that develops vertically, of exceptional size, for antique dealers and collectors, ideal for placing in a living room or study. In a beautiful patina, the canvas has undergone a conservative restoration (with a patch on the back) in the lower right part (see photo). Painting that shows some signs of aging, overall in good state of conservation.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Oil on canvas
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1820
Styles / Movements:	Other
Dealer Reference #:	11236
Incollect Reference #:	784758

Dimensions

W.	51.57 in;	H.	72.44 in;	D.	1.18 in;
W.	131 cm;	H.	184 cm;	D.	3 cm;

Message from Seller:

Parino Mercato Antiquario, located in Vicoforte, Italy, is one of the largest antique and design shops in the country, specializing in antique paintings, furniture, sculptures, and collectibles. For inquiries, visit www.parino.it or contact us at info@parino.it | (+39) 0174569430 | (+39) 3395094992.