Guido Reni (1575-1642), Circle of - San Giovanni Battista predicante
Important ancient collectible painting
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John the Baptist preaching
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Period: 1680 - 1700
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From Guido Reni (Bologna, November 4, 1575)
Bologna, August 18, 1642) Context of
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Measures:
54 x 64 cm
41 x 51 cm
oil on canvas, re-stretched
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Oil on canvas, re-stretched in an elegant antique 19th-century gilded wooden frame.
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The work "San Giovanni Battista predicante" by Guido Reni is an example of mastery in sacred representation, embodying the symbolism and dramaticity typical of the Baroque. Painted with understated elegance, this depiction of Saint John the Baptist is a work of high quality and unique refinement. The portrayal conveys profound spirituality and a connection with the divine, characteristic features of Reni's style, who was known for his refined use of light and for his ability to infuse spirituality and pathos into his works.
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Guido Reni: An Genius of Italian Baroque
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The Life and Career of Guido Reni
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Guido Reni, born in Bologna in 1575, was one of the most important painters of his time, appreciated both for his sacred works and for his mythological representations. Reni studied at the Accademia dei Carracci, where he developed his distinctive style, characterized by a fusion between classical idealization and emotional realism. His career was filled with successes, and his works were commissioned by the Church and European aristocracy. He is remembered as one of the great masters of Baroque, capable of evoking deep emotions through his use of chiaroscuro and refined details.
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The work stands out for its pictorial perfection and extreme figurative elegance, with a splendid chromaticism highlighted by good conditions.
It is certainly an important and prestigious work that possesses all the qualities of the finest painting of the second half of the seventeenth century in Italy. In good conservation condition with signs of aging, there are traces of overpainted varnishes and residues of old restorations.
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With certificate of authenticity in accordance with the law
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Product condition:
Product in good condition, shows small signs of wear. We try to present the actual condition as completely as possible with the photos. If some details are not clear from the photos, the description is authoritative.
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Ideal for collecting and investment
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Originating from a private Italian collection
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Professional packaging and insured shipping
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The frame in the photo is considered a gift attached to the artwork. It will be delivered with the painting free of charge. No disputes will be accepted on the frame or complaints about hypothetical transport damages, relating to the frame.
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Important ancient collectible painting
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John the Baptist preaching
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Period: 1680 - 1700
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From Guido Reni (Bologna, November 4, 1575)
Bologna, August 18, 1642) Context of
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Measures:
54 x 64 cm
41 x 51 cm
oil on canvas, re-stretched
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Oil on canvas, re-stretched in an elegant antique 19th-century gilded wooden frame.
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The work "San Giovanni Battista predicante" by Guido Reni is an example of mastery in sacred representation, embodying the symbolism and dramaticity typical of the Baroque. Painted with understated elegance, this depiction of Saint John the Baptist is a work of high quality and unique refinement. The portrayal conveys profound spirituality and a connection with the divine, characteristic features of Reni's style, who was known for his refined use of light and for his ability to infuse spirituality and pathos into his works.
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Guido Reni: An Genius of Italian Baroque
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The Life and Career of Guido Reni
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Guido Reni, born in Bologna in 1575, was one of the most important painters of his time, appreciated both for his sacred works and for his mythological representations. Reni studied at the Accademia dei Carracci, where he developed his distinctive style, characterized by a fusion between classical idealization and emotional realism. His career was filled with successes, and his works were commissioned by the Church and European aristocracy. He is remembered as one of the great masters of Baroque, capable of evoking deep emotions through his use of chiaroscuro and refined details.
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The work stands out for its pictorial perfection and extreme figurative elegance, with a splendid chromaticism highlighted by good conditions.
It is certainly an important and prestigious work that possesses all the qualities of the finest painting of the second half of the seventeenth century in Italy. In good conservation condition with signs of aging, there are traces of overpainted varnishes and residues of old restorations.
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With certificate of authenticity in accordance with the law
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Product condition:
Product in good condition, shows small signs of wear. We try to present the actual condition as completely as possible with the photos. If some details are not clear from the photos, the description is authoritative.
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Ideal for collecting and investment
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Originating from a private Italian collection
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Professional packaging and insured shipping
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The frame in the photo is considered a gift attached to the artwork. It will be delivered with the painting free of charge. No disputes will be accepted on the frame or complaints about hypothetical transport damages, relating to the frame.
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Insured shipping
Safety packaging
Estimate
Time, Location
Auction House
