Ernst Schmitz (German, 1859-1917), The Love Letter

Oil on canvas, signed and inscribed "München" at lower right, presented in an ornate period gilt composition frame.

Stretcher size 37 1/2 x 27 in.; Frame dimensions 49 1/4 x 39 in.

Although Ernst Schmitz trained at the Düsseldorf Academy, the present work is a fine example of the Munich school style of painting. Schmitz is best known for his charming genre scenes featuring realistically modeled figures. This painting is a particularly good example of his work in that it deftly incorporates the technique of chiaroscuro.

Allover craquelure.

$1,000 - 3,000