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Lot 0119: ITALIAN ACADEMIC STILL LIFE OIL PAINTING BY A. BASCHENI

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Oil on canvas painting. Italian, mid-20th century. The artwork depicts a vanitas still life with a violin, books, burning candle, and globe. Signed by the artist in the lower right, A. Bascheni. Golden frame. Vanitas is an art genre which uses symbolism to show the transience of life, the futility of pleasure, and the certainty of death. In this painting, the candle is a symbol of the human soul, the musical instrument marks the brevity and ephemeral nature of life, the books indicates scince, and the globe stand for the world. Collectible Figurative Fine Art For Interior Decor.

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Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
Overall size: Frame 28 1/4 x 32 1/4 in. Image 20 x 24 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

February 3rd, 2024

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$288.00