Not or illegibly signed - The Shoemaker - 1850 - Monogrammed - Sold

Lovers of the 19th century Dutch School will be charmed by this painting, dated around 1850 and bearing the monogram IAVK. The work of art takes us back to an era where craftsmanship and homeliness were the essence of daily life. The painting depicts a shoemaker, deep in concentration, accompanied by a woman, possibly his wife, in a scene that emphasizes both the intimacy of their relationship and their shared existence.
The composition is typical of the period with an emphasis on the professions and daily lives of ordinary people. The image is realistic, with an attention to the smallest details, from the shoemaker's tools to the domestic objects in the background. The artist has worked with a subtle palette of mainly earthy tones, which radiate warmth and a feeling of homeliness. The light that floods the space highlights the texture of wooden floors and the folds in the clothing, a testament to the artist's technical prowess.
The frame in which the painting is housed is richly decorated and in keeping with the aesthetics of the time, adding additional historical and aesthetic value to the piece. This work offers a glimpse into the past, captured with a sensibility that honors both the beauty in the simplicity of the craftsmanship and the subtle dynamics between the characters.
As silent witnesses to life in the 19th century, this painting speaks to the viewer with a quiet force and invites reflection on the past. This lot is a must-have for the collector with a passion for historic Dutch art and offers a unique opportunity to become the owner of a piece of cultural heritage.
Companions: Barend Cornelis Koekkoek, Andreas Schelfhout, and Wijnand Nuijen, Jan Steen
Companions: Charles Leickert, Andreas Schelfhout, Anton Mauve, Constan Gabriel, Jozef Israëls, Jozef Israëls
The work "The Shoemaker" has a gilded gold-bronze frame with plaster ornaments
Total dimensions: 42x37cm
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