Alajos Mayer (1878-1957) - The Girl with the Golden Hair

✦ FREE SHIPPING WITHIN EU ✦ RATED EXCELLENT A truly splendid 1901 portrait of a young girl with long golden hair, wearing a striking black feathered beret with red ribbon, executed in expressive brushwork. Alajos Mayer (1878–1953) was a Hungarian painter and graphic artist. He initially studied at the Model Drawing School in Budapest under Bertalan Székely and Károly Ferenczy, followed by study trips to Germany, France and Italy. From 1900, he spent an extended period studying in Munich, where this portrait was created. From 1904 onward, Mayer regularly exhibited at Budapest’s National Salon (Nemzeti Szalon) and the Műcsarnok art salon. He became particularly known for his expressive portraits, figure studies and still lifes and was active in Budapest. Source: Vollmer, Thieme-Becker and Kieselbach. ⦿ Signed top right: Mayer Alajos / München 1901 ⦿ Dimensions (approx.): 39 x 55 cm (artwork), 44,5 x 60,5 cm (incl. frame/total). ⦿ Condition: Exhibits an authentic patina of age (see pictures). Oil on board. ⦿ Please note: Frame included gratis; comes as a gift and should be treated as such. ⦿ Shipping: Fast dispatch ✓ Tracked ✓ Insured ✓ Eco-friendly ✓ – Dispatched from Germany, or local (free coffee:)) pick-up available. Please ensure your shipping details are complete and accurate to help avoid delays. ⦿ Colour disclaimer: Digital screens display colours differently; the item may appear slightly different in person. ⦿ Please consider reusing or recycling the packaging. Thank you! ⦿ Looking for more splendid paintings? Make sure to take a look at my other items.

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