Colonial Angel~ Framed Cusco Art Original Oil Painting - eBay (item 300362589324 end time Nov-07-09 14:45:07 PST)


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Item:Colonial Angel~ Framed Cusco Art Original Oil Painting

This is a one of a kind oil painting on canvas, made in Cuzco/Peru. The elegant beauty and exceptional quality of this piece of peruvian art are overwhelming. A captivating oil depicting one of the colonial military archangels. This archangel is certainly not dressed for war, rather for a ceremonial portrait. His costume seems derived from the flamboyant style of the Netherlands, as set forth in Rembrandt's The Militia Company of Captain Frams Barming Cocq (mistakenly called The Night watch). There the garb varies from light to black, sashes from wide to narrow; the broad-brimmed hats are heavy with plumes. The portrayal indicates the start of a romanticizing style. Our figure in its picturesque extravagance is out of this world. In our painting, the richly brocaded coat bordered with gold, the broad edgings of lace, the contrasting shades in costume and wings make for extraordinary elegance. The silk stockings are gartered with flowing ribbons, calling to mind the order instituted by the English king in the 14th century. Curling ostrich plumes emphasize the broad rim of his hat. Here anatomy is subordinated to design and decorative effect. Details are exquisitely embellished with bronze leaf, an indicative of the Cusco School of Arts. This painting has been done in the style of the works of La Escuela Cusqueña, the history of which is traced to the 17th century. Originally influenced by Spanish and Italian artists, this school was comissioned to paint sacred art in churches and monasteries throughout the Peruvian city of Cusco after the area was devastated by an earthquake in 1650. The collected efforts of numerous artists gradually evolved into a unique yet harmonious and consistent style, devoid of individualism. Bronze Leaf was used to accentuate finishing touches on this magnificent portrait. Look at the exquisite facial features and the many details! This unique painting arrives to you in a stunning handcarved cedar wood frame. Its delightful patterns have a natural shade of brown. Simply amazing ! The picture doesn't do justice to this beautiful work of art, you must personally see it to appreciate its uniqueness and beauty.
Size:		Frame: 10"H x 8.5"W x 2"B Painting: 5.5"H x 3.5"W
Approx. Weight:		0.69 lb.
Materials:		Oil On Canvas~Handcarved Cedar Wood
Suggested Retail Price:		$145.00
Item Code:		86-100-01405