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1011 - Katz of the Rhine, German school, mother-of-pearl diorama, 1…
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Estimate €1,000 - €3,500
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Katz of the Rhine, German school, mother-of-pearl diorama, 19th century. Mixed media on panel with mother-of-pearl inlays. Dimensions: 88 x 60 cm. A fantastical view of a river port featuring Central European architecture, framed by a mountainous landscape dotted with medieval buildings. A castle stands out atop a hill, and a crenellated wall descends to the riverbank, where several sailing vessels are grouped in the foreground. The scene is enhanced by mother-of-pearl inlays that highlight rooftops, towers and water surfaces, creating iridescent reflections that lend the composition a dreamlike atmosphere. The sky, rendered in soft, nuanced tones, and the river water lend serenity to the scene, whilst the line of bluish mountains in the background suggests a sense of depth. The painterly technique combines architectural precision with a free-flowing approach to the landscapes and a decorative use of light. The arched upper moulding is finished with a geometric frieze and inlays, suggesting that the work was conceived as an ornamental piece. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century decorative eclecticism, this painting integrates elements of Romantic painting with the artisanal techniques typical of Central European marquetry, offering a unique testament to the historicist and ornamental tastes of the period.
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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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