Allegory of Water on Glass, La Granja, Spain. 18th Century

Descriptio Oil on reverse-painted glass. Dimensions: 29.5 x 39.5 cm (33 x 43.5 x 2 cm with frame). Allegorical representation of the element Water, depicted by a sea nymph surrounded by shells and fish, carrying an amphora from which a crystalline stream flows. Firmly rooted in the French Rococo spirit, the work displays delicate colors and a highly refined treatment of light. Created using the reverse-painted glass technique, it combines technical virtuosity with decorative elegance. Provenance: private collection, Elche. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.

Estimate:£2,087.05

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