Lucius Rossi The Physician's Visit
An original late 19th-century watercolour painting, Lucius Rossi, The Physician's Visit.
A beautifully painted rococo-style genre scene by Italian artist in Paris, Lucius Rossi (1846–1913). In this engaging historical scene, harking back to the high rococo fashions of the 18th century, Rossi suggests a playfully flirtatious narrative, as a gentleman doctor checks the quickened pulse of a striken young lady. The theatrical and curvaceous ornamental style of the rococo interior frames the narrative with a sense of drama and romance. Lucius Rossi is known for his attention to detail and delicacy of touch, as well as being an excellent colourist—elements which come together here with great mastery.
On thin artist's board.
Dimensions: Height: 34.4cm (13.54") Width: 27.1cm (10.67")
Presented: Unframed.
Medium: Watercolour
Age: Late 19th-century
Signed: Signed lower right.
Inscribed: Stamped on the verso of the board '1640'.
Dated: --
Condition: Overall in good condition for its age. To the centre of the image, to the left and right of the head of the male figure, there is slight water staining. There is some minor toning towards the edges of the board, and small patches of abrasion to the far corners of the board, which would be covered by a mount. Additionally, there are some tiny scattered brown dots to the paper, which can only be seen under close inspection. Please see photos for detail.
Stock number: JN-843
