Description
A detailed 19th century oil on panel French School depicting a Coastal view with a small castle in the distance. Not signed, verso vague inscriptions ‘5 December 1871’ and sold with original frame.
‘School’
French school, Dutch school, Italian school and so much more. The word ‘school’ is used with various meanings and often to describe a certain type of painting style.
In its narrowest sense, the word ‘school’ can denote a group of painters who worked under de influence of another artist. A great example is the ‘school of Leonardo da Vinci’ were a large group of artists worked in the studio of, or under the influence of, Leonardo da Vinci. They are also known as ‘The Leonardeschi’.
In its widest sense, the word ‘school’ can denote a whole country of painters and describe a typical style which reflects the painters of that country. An example is ‘Italian school’ or ‘French school’. In another sense, the word ‘school’ can also denote a certain region of a country. The ‘Venetian school’ applies to painters who worked under local influence or with general similarities in color or technique. Famous examples of ‘Venetian school’ artists are Lazzaro Bastiani (1430-1512), Giovanni Bellini (1430 – 1516) and Giulio Campi (1500-1572).
‘Coastal view’, oil on panel
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Additional information
SKU | 2022A257 |
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Availability | Sold |
Sold with frame | This item is sold including its frame |
Dimensions including frame | 30.5x25x3 centimeters |
Dimensions excluding frame | 23.5×17.5 centimeters |
Frame condition | The frame is original and specially made for this work of art. The frame has stood the test of time and is in fair condition with clear traces of wear and tear visible. |
Technique | Oil on panel |
Artist/School | French School |
Title | 'Coastal view' |
Subject/Style | Classical |
Origin | France |
Period | 19th century |
Signature | Unsigned |
Condition | Due to prolonged exposure to the elements, signs of aging are clearly visible. However, this contributes to a unique and characteristic presentation of this work. |
Shipping | We offer worldwide* insured shipping for free** to all our customers. To protect our customers as best as possible, we use the Incoterms® 2020 Delivered At Place (DAP). |

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