Studio painter decorating an amphora, signed Alma Tadema and - Lot 82

Studio painter decorating an amphora, signed Alma Tadema and dated 1860 Oil on canvas depicting a craftsman seated in profile, busy painting ornamental motifs on a large amphora, in a neoclassical interior evoking Antiquity; the scene highlights the modeling of the face, hands and ceramics, with side lighting structuring the composition; the architectural background and objects arranged in the space reinforce the historicizing atmosphere; 19th century academic execution; signed "Alma Tadema" and dated 1860 lower right; presented in a molded wooden frame.Details: Oil on canvas; signed "Alma Tadema" and dated 1860 lower right; European school, 19th century; dimensions with frame 82 x 98 cm; dimensions when viewed 58 x 73 cm; weight ± 10 kg; molded wooden frame.