Description: This is an interesting and very old Antique 17th c. Italian Old Master Virtuoso GAMBLER Scholar Portrait Painting, Watercolor on laid Paper, depicting the portrait of a stereotypical Italian virtuoso, which describes someone who is highly educated and talented, who holds a large book in his hands, wears a wide brimmed hat and long cloak, and stands next to three large dice on the floor. I believe that this original artwork is a hand-painted illustration from an old 17th century Italian manuscript, considering that it has the annotation: "P. 3" at the top edge, and: "T. 3" at the lower edge. Additionally, this artwork reads: "(?)ANTE VIRTUOSO" in handwritten ink at the lower edge, right below the painted image. The only comparable artwork I could find to this one, which depicts a stereotypical Italian scholar or virtuoso, is a circa 1700 etching by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1634 - 1718,) see photo 24. In his artwork, an omniscient virtuoso gestures boastfully at all the knowledge that lies available to him. This piece likely dates to the mid - late 17th century and was most likely painted by an Italian artist. This piece is unsigned, but perhaps you recognize the artist or their work? Approximately 10 1/4 x 12 3/4 inches (including frame.) Actual visible artwork is approximately 3 x 4 3/4 inches. Very good condition for centuries of age and storage. Acquired in Los Angeles County, California. If you like what you see, I encourage you to make an Offer. Please check out my other listings for more wonderful and unique artworks!
Price: 475 USD
Location: Orange, California
End Time: 2025-01-26T05:08:29.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: Unknown
Size: Small
Signed: No
Period: Baroque/Roccoco (1600-1770)
Material: Paper, Watercolor
Region of Origin: California, USA
Framing: Matted & Framed
Subject: Book Covers, Community Life, Costumes, Figures, Italy, Men, Silhouettes, Still Life, Working Life, Gambling, Dice
Type: Painting
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 12 3/4 in
Theme: Art, Cities & Towns, Continents & Countries, Fashion, History, Hobbies & Leisure, People, Portrait, Social History
Style: Figurative Art, Illustration Art, Portraiture, Old Master
Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
Production Technique: Watercolor Painting
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 10 1/4 in
Time Period Produced: Pre-1700
