Oil Painting, "A Lesson in Scripture", Framed, After Francesco Bergamini, Vinage!!
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$ 1,604.80
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$ 1,896.23
Gorgeous Oil Painting, "A Lesson in Scripture", Framed, After Francesco Bergamini, Vin.
Impressive large-scale framed oil-on-canvas painting titled “A Lesson in Scripture,” after Francesco Bergamini (Italian, 1815–1883).
This finely detailed figural composition depicts an elderly cleric or monk instructing an attentive group of women and children in a rustic Italian courtyard. The open book, scroll and gathered listeners create a warm narrative scene centered upon religious education and community life. Architectural elements, woven baskets, pottery, tools and other household details enrich the composition and evoke nineteenth-century Italian genre painting.
The work is presented in an ornate giltwood-style frame with scrolling foliate decoration. Its substantial dimensions and strong horizontal format make it particularly suitable for display above a mantel, console, credenza or library bookcase.
Artist attribution: After Francesco Bergamini Title: A Lesson in Scripture Medium: Oil on canvas Style: Italian figural genre painting Subject: Religious instruction in a rustic courtyard Framed: Yes
Dimensions:
Sight: approximately 35.25 in. H × 47 in. W Overall: approximately 43 in. H × 51 in. W Weight: approximately 33 lb. This painting is described as “after Francesco Bergamini,” indicating that it was created by another artist following Bergamini’s known composition rather than represented as an original work painted by Bergamini himself.
Please examine all photographs carefully for the painting’s condition, surface, frame, and evidence of age or restoration. Due to its size and weight, professional art handling and shipping are recommended.
Seller: Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings [512 686 6531] Door to door delivery available! Wear and imperfections from age, use, and movement. Some light use and wear consistent with age, see photos.
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