Jan Anton Garemijn (Bruges before 1712–1799)
Sleeping Cupid teased by putti, signed and dated at lower left: J. Garemijn inv: et pinx 1778, oil on canvas, 100 x 138 cm, carved and gilded 18th-century frame
Garemijn, who is considered one of the most important exponents of Flemish Neoclassicism, became a professor at the Academy of Bruges in 1756. He is primarily known for his religious scenes and decorative programmes. Because of its elegance and classical smoothness, the present painting represents a major work within the artist’s oeuvre. Comparable paintings by his hand are preserved in the Groeninge Museum in Bruges.
Specialist: Dr. Alexander Strasoldo
Dr. Alexander Strasoldo
+43-1-515 60-556
old.masters@dorotheum.com
17.10.2012 - 18:00
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EUR 25,000.- to EUR 35,000.-
Jan Anton Garemijn (Bruges before 1712–1799)
Sleeping Cupid teased by putti, signed and dated at lower left: J. Garemijn inv: et pinx 1778, oil on canvas, 100 x 138 cm, carved and gilded 18th-century frame
Garemijn, who is considered one of the most important exponents of Flemish Neoclassicism, became a professor at the Academy of Bruges in 1756. He is primarily known for his religious scenes and decorative programmes. Because of its elegance and classical smoothness, the present painting represents a major work within the artist’s oeuvre. Comparable paintings by his hand are preserved in the Groeninge Museum in Bruges.
Specialist: Dr. Alexander Strasoldo
Dr. Alexander Strasoldo
+43-1-515 60-556
old.masters@dorotheum.com
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| Auction: | Old Master Paintings |
| Auction type: | Saleroom auction |
| Date: | 17.10.2012 - 18:00 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 06.10. - 17.10.2012 |