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229 - A scene of children in an attic. Signed G. Ronner. Genre pai…
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Estimate €400 - €900
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A scene of children in an attic. Signed G. Ronner. Genre painting school. 19th century. Oil on canvas. Dimensions 53 × 53 cm. A group of boys and girls are gathered inside an attic, illuminated by light streaming through a side window. In the centre of the scene, a boy standing appears to be pointing authoritatively at another whilst holding a rope, creating a narrative atmosphere that suggests a squabble or a theatrical game. The other children watch attentively from the background, whilst an overturned chair, a hat and a dress on the floor add dynamism and a sense of naturalness. The rustic furniture, the details of the wooden floor, and the warm colour palette enrich the domestic setting. The work displays a restrained brushstroke, with precise drawing and careful composition that reinforce the narrative. Signed by G. Ronner, it belongs to the 19th-century genre painting tradition, with a clear focus on the world of children as a reflection of social and family values. The scene, rendered with tenderness and an implicit narrative, conveys an idealised and nostalgic vision of childhood.
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About the sale GRAND JULY AUCTION – FINE ART, OLD MASTERS AND JEWELLERY
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Auction time 07/15/2026 at 3:00 PM
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