Maximilian Pfeiler, Still Life, Oil on Canvas

Description

Oil painting on canvas. Signed “Max. PF.” on the upper frame of the capital. The still life is composed of … more Oil painting on canvas. Signed “Max. PF.” on the upper frame of the capital. The still life is composed of grapes, pomegranates and peaches placed on a capital, in the composition there is also a silver tray; in the background a landscape with trees and ruins, on the left you can glimpse a corner of cerulean sky, barely veiled by clouds.Maximilian Pfeiler established himself for his still lifes in which, as a backdrop to the flowers and fruits, he placed an architectural fragment , already introducing that taste for ancient ruins that was fully consolidated in the 18th century. The painting has been relined and restored (small repaintings). It is presented in a period frame. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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