69057: Federico del Campo (Peruvian, 1837-1923) View of
Federico del Campo (Peruvian, 1837-1923) View of the Molo, looking towards Santa Maria della Salute Oil on canvas 14 x 23 inches (35.6 x 58.4 cm) Signed lower right: F. del Campo PROVENANCE: Joseph Sartor Galleries, Dallas; Bernard L. Gold, New York and Dallas, acquired from the above, circa 1945; Thence by descent to the present owner. Italy during the late 19th century was abuzz with foreign visitors; tourists and expatriates, alike. Capitalizing on this fervor, artists such as Federico del Campo, Martin Rico y Ortega, Antoinetta Brandeis as well as François Brunery, all artists represented in this sale, captured everyday scenes of the city for well-heeled travelers as souvenirs of their Grand Tour. Federico del Campo was often considered to be the most successful of this group. Known primarily for his approach to vedutismo, del Campo was inspired by Guardi and Canaletto in his panoramic representations of Venice. Born in South America and formally educated in Spain, del Campo studied in Madrid with Lorenzo Valles. Much of the artist's personal life is not well documented, but his talent and attention to detail are cemented in the art historical canon. His technical rendering of hard, architectural elements compared to the soft, light brush strokes of a white cloud against a bright blue sky make his romantic scenes of Venice come alive. In this particular vista, the viewer floats on a gondola beneath just such a sky, passing the Piazzetta on the right and proceeding towards the Punta della Dogana and the iconic Santa Maria della Salute before entering the majestic Grand Canal. Del Campo offers up the delights to be seen on a typical day: a flower seller unloading baskets full of bright blooms and elegant ladies promenading, along with the ever-present gondoliers waiting patiently for passengers. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Glue-lined Canvas. Under UV exam, no pigments fluoresce.
Two areas of loss due to frame abrasion, 2 inch long area on the top left edge and 1/2 inch on the top right edge. Scattered pinpoint dots of soiling, most noticeable in the sky. Stretcher bar lines visible under raking light.
This painting could benefit from a light cleaning.
Framed Dimensions 21.5 X 31 Inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
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Federico del Campo (Peruvian, 1837-1923) View of the Molo, looking towards Santa Maria della Salute Oil on canvas 14 x 23 inches (35.6 x 58.4 cm) Signed lower right: F. del Campo PROVENANCE: Joseph Sartor Galleries, Dallas; Bernard L. Gold, New York and Dallas, acquired from the above, circa 1945; Thence by descent to the present owner. Italy during the late 19th century was abuzz with foreign visitors; tourists and expatriates, alike. Capitalizing on this fervor, artists such as Federico del Campo, Martin Rico y Ortega, Antoinetta Brandeis as well as François Brunery, all artists represented in this sale, captured everyday scenes of the city for well-heeled travelers as souvenirs of their Grand Tour. Federico del Campo was often considered to be the most successful of this group. Known primarily for his approach to vedutismo, del Campo was inspired by Guardi and Canaletto in his panoramic representations of Venice. Born in South America and formally educated in Spain, del Campo studied in Madrid with Lorenzo Valles. Much of the artist's personal life is not well documented, but his talent and attention to detail are cemented in the art historical canon. His technical rendering of hard, architectural elements compared to the soft, light brush strokes of a white cloud against a bright blue sky make his romantic scenes of Venice come alive. In this particular vista, the viewer floats on a gondola beneath just such a sky, passing the Piazzetta on the right and proceeding towards the Punta della Dogana and the iconic Santa Maria della Salute before entering the majestic Grand Canal. Del Campo offers up the delights to be seen on a typical day: a flower seller unloading baskets full of bright blooms and elegant ladies promenading, along with the ever-present gondoliers waiting patiently for passengers. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Glue-lined Canvas. Under UV exam, no pigments fluoresce.
Two areas of loss due to frame abrasion, 2 inch long area on the top left edge and 1/2 inch on the top right edge. Scattered pinpoint dots of soiling, most noticeable in the sky. Stretcher bar lines visible under raking light.
This painting could benefit from a light cleaning.
Framed Dimensions 21.5 X 31 Inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
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