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Giuseppe Bisi
Soldiers Protecting the Queen, 19th Century Oil on Wood Panel

$2,242.90
£1,657.08
€1,900
CA$3,111.53
A$3,157.63
CHF 1,820.31
MX$38,233.38
NOK 21,128
SEK 21,353.98
DKK 14,487.80

About the Item

Dimensions with frame: 40 x 46 x 6 cm Signed "Bisi" in the lower left corner. This exceptional 19th century European landscape painting depicts a dramatic mountainous panorama animated by an elegant traveling party resting along a wooded riverbank. Executed in the Romantic tradition, the composition masterfully balances sweeping alpine peaks, atmospheric sky, and finely detailed foreground figures. In the distance, rugged mountains rise beneath a luminous sky filled with soft clouds, while warm autumnal tones enrich the rolling hills. The foreground reveals a noble entourage—figures on horseback, attendants, and travelers—gathered along a tranquil river. Their period attire and banners suggest a historical or courtly narrative, adding refinement and storytelling to the natural grandeur of the setting. The artist demonstrates remarkable skill in perspective and light, creating depth through layered mountains and delicate atmospheric effects. The foliage is rendered with meticulous detail, and the interplay of shadow and sunlight enhances the romantic mood of the scene. Likely Continental European, this work embodies the ideals of 19th century Romantic landscape painting, where nature’s sublimity meets human presence. The piece would make a distinguished addition to a traditional, classical, or Grand Tour–inspired interior. A refined and decorative work of strong visual impact, combining historical charm, painterly finesse, and timeless appeal. 19th century landscape painting, antique European landscape, Romantic mountain painting, alpine landscape art, Grand Tour painting, historical scene painting, equestrian figures painting, classical European art, antique oil painting, 1800s landscape artwork, Continental school painting, river landscape painting, aristocratic hunting scene, traditional European decor art, fine antique painting, Romantic period artwork, museum quality landscape, old master style painting, decorative antique wall art, pastoral mountain scene, collectible European art, antique framed oil painting, scenic mountain panorama, 19th century oil on canvas, classical interior artwork
  • Creator:
    Giuseppe Bisi (1787 - 1869, Italian)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.12 in (25.7 cm)Width: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Genève, CH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: #121stDibs: LU2018217715642

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