This rare 1790 oil painting depicts a village landscape in the Old Masters genre tradition. The composition shows peasants gathered near a cottage surrounded by lush forest, engaged in animated discussion, while a woman with a child has her attention drawn to a delightful dog. Historical inscriptions on the reverse reference Djurgården, the picturesque island in central Stockholm that once served as royal hunting grounds. Though the artist's name remains unidentified, the work characteristically demonstrates the Old Masters style in the Dutch tradition and represents a fascinating example of 18th-century artistic cultural heritage with an intriguing history.
DETAILS:
Artist: Unidentified. The canvas bears a period inscription indicating the artist "A?Leman??" and the place and date depicted in the painting "Djurgården, 1790", as well as notations on the stretcher with names and addresses of previous owners.
Medium: Oil painting on canvas.
Image dimensions (approx.): 52.2 x 67.7 cm (20.6 x 26.7 inches)
Condition: Overall in good, ready-to-hang condition with wear and repairs, including restoration of paint losses and retouches.
Provenance: Swedish private collection.
Shipping: Approx. weight 1.5 kg; packed approx. weight 3 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.