A finely executed mid-19th-century oil painting on panel depicting "The Milkmaid" after Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725–1805). This captivating portrait, painted in a charming manner with soft pink and gray tones, shows a young milkmaid standing beside a horse at sunset, enhanced by the romantic countryside atmosphere. The work displays the subtle realism and gentle warmth typical of French genre painting. An elegant piece of antique European art, ideal for collectors of pastoral portraits and genre paintings.
DETAILS:
Artist: Unidentified. The work bears "J. B. Greuze" signature at lower right.
Medium: Oil painting on wooden panel.
Image dimensions (approx.): 26.7 x 18.7 cm (10.5 × 7.4 inches)
Condition: Overall in very good well-preserved condition with just minimal wear, old varnish.
Framed dimensions (approx.): 36.7 x 28.6 cm (14.4 × 11.3 inches)
Frame: Reframed in a later frame showing signs of age and wear, good condition.
Provenance: Swedish private collection.
Shipping: Approx. weight 1 kg; packed approx. weight 2 kg. Secure, insured worldwide shipping available.
Notes: Please refer to the high-resolution photographs that form part of the condition report. Colors and tonal values may vary when viewed in person, depending on viewing conditions and ambient lighting.