{"title":"Baroque","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eOpulent and dramatic antiques from the 17th and 18th centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"original-surrealist-art-exhibition-poster-antoni-clave-in-ginza-japan","title":"Original Surrealist Art Exhibition Poster, Antoni Clave in Ginza Japan","description":"Original art exhibition poster by listed Spanish artist Antoni Clave from his Ginza Japan show.\u003cp\u003e This interesting poster clearly depicts one wonderful work by this brilliant artist. Antoni Clavé (5 April 1913 – 1 September 2005) was a Catalan master painter, printmaker, sculptor, stage designer and costume designer. He was nominated for two Academy Awards (Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design) for his work on the 1952 film Hans Christian Andersen. Clavé was one of Spain's best known and most celebrated artists. His work evolved from a baroque, ornamental style to a pure, minimal aesthetic. In his later years, his work is completely abstract, employing expressive lines and exploring the boundaries of collage, objet trove, shading, texture and color. He was trained at the School of Fine Arts, Barcelona, where he was taught by Angel Ferrant and Felix Mestres. With his works being influenced by artists such as Bonnard, Vuillard and Roualt. He is best known for his lyrical abstractions, works which combine paint with collage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne slight tear on the top near the right side, but is not near the actual printed artwork area of the poster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition consistent with age and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euro Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49917280911617,"sku":"LU4082116858642","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/8652\/4673\/files\/16858642_master.jpg?v=1783521172"},{"product_id":"17th-century-baroque-painting-on-copper-circle-of-sir-peter-paul","title":"17th Century Baroque Painting on Copper, Circle of Sir Peter Paul Rubens","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Master Baroque Painting on Copper, Circle of Rubens, 17th Century “Sabine Women”,\u003cbr\u003e17th Century Flemish Baroque Oil on Copper, Attributed to the Circle of Peter Paul Rubens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA superb 17th-Century Baroque oil painting on copper, attributed to the Circle of Sir Peter Paul Rubens and confirmed by Christie’s London as originating from Rubens’ artistic orbit. The work depicts the dramatic and historically celebrated subject “The Abduction of the Sabine Women,” a theme painted by leading Old Master artists from the Renaissance through the Baroque era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRendered with the dynamic movement, muscular anatomy, and emotionally charged composition associated with Rubens’ studio, this painting embodies the hallmarks of Flemish Baroque—swirling drapery, bold chiaroscuro, expressive gestures, and theatrical storytelling rooted in Classical antiquity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork is executed on copper, a prized 17th-century support favored by Flemish masters for its smooth surface and ability to produce jewel-like luminosity and exceptional detail. It is presented in a richly carved 19th-century giltwood frame with deep relief and acanthus foliate carving, complementing the drama of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubject\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the legendary Roman myth in which Romulus, founder of Rome, orders his soldiers to seize the Sabine women to secure wives for his new city. Artists such as Rubens and Nicolas Poussin famously interpreted this theme, exploring ideas of power, conflict, movement, and allegory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version reflects Rubens’ influence through:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetic, spiraling bodies and intertwined figures, a theatrical architectural backdrop. \u003cbr\u003eContrasting flesh tones illuminated against darker shadows.\u003cbr\u003eComplex emotional interplay among the characters. A Baroque sense of controlled chaos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Poussin approached the narrative with strict classical order and sculptural precision, works from Rubens’ circle—including this example—emphasize drama, sensuality, and expressive motion, embodying a uniquely Flemish interpretation of the myth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in a beautifully carved 19th-century giltwood frame with exceptional detail.\u003cbr\u003eVery good antique condition; age-appropriate wear consistent with a 17th-Century copper painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003eFramed: 27 1\/2\" L × 23\" H × 4\" D\u003cbr\u003eArtwork: 17 7\/8\" L × 13 5\/8\" H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance:\u003cbr\u003eAttributed to the Circle of Sir Peter Paul Rubens\u003cbr\u003eChristie’s London: Documentation confirming attribution to the circle (available to buyer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Artist School-Context:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSir Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640) was one of the most celebrated Baroque painters in Europe—renowned for his mythological scenes, vibrant palette, dynamic compositions, and influential Antwerp workshop. Knighted by both King Charles I of England and King Philip IV of Spain, Rubens shaped the visual language of the Baroque era and left a legacy continued by his pupils and large studio.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euro Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49917201416449,"sku":"LU4082112414111","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/8652\/4673\/files\/Sabinepainting.jpg?v=1762025854"},{"product_id":"angelo-basso-bronze-figurative-sculpture-vanity","title":"Angelo Basso Bronze Figurative Sculpture \"Vanity\"","description":"This striking bronze figurative sculpture by renowned Italian-American artist Angelo Basso is a testament to his exceptional craftsmanship and mastery of the human form.\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1943 in Rimini, Italy, Basso is an internationally celebrated artist with a unique, self-taught style, though he also honed his skills at the prestigious Stella Mari Art School. His work has garnered widespread acclaim, including a notable moment in 1984 when he met the Pope, and one of his pieces now resides in the permanent collection of the Vatican Museum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe piece featured, titled Vanity, powerfully captures a woman overcome by her own narcissism, symbolizing the destructive nature of self-love. The sculpture’s intricate design and deep emotional resonance make it a standout in any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 18 x 16 inches, with a depth of approximately 10 inches Material: Painted bronze Note: This substantial sculpture requires shipping in a small, custom wooden crate to ensure maximum protection during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngelo Basso stands as one of Italy's foremost figurative sculptors, inheriting the dramatic intensity of the Baroque tradition from the 1600s. His work has earned prestigious accolades, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGondola d’Oro, 1983 First Prize, Italy Arte Expo, 1983 Premio Giotto Prize, 1984 Stella d’Europa, 1984 Basso’s commissions include a prominent sculpture in the Vatican's Contemporary Art Collection in Rome. His evocative female figures are imbued with the lush, sweeping style of Baroque, where graceful, confident women appear to glide effortlessly through time, captured in moments of elegance and power, as if caught in a timeless dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom his first solo show at 18 in Italy, Basso’s work has been exhibited globally, including in Germany, England, Sweden, Denmark, Holland, Switzerland, Japan, Australia, and the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis masterfully crafted bronze sculpture is not only a powerful statement of artistry but will elevate any space with its elegance and profound presence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euro Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49917221339393,"sku":"LU4082112362111","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/8652\/4673\/files\/Bassobronzesculpture.jpg?v=1756483145"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/8652\/4673\/collections\/Sabinepainting.jpg?v=1785004657","url":"https:\/\/euroantiques.us\/collections\/baroque.oembed","provider":"Euro Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}