Bidspirit auction | LUIGI RICCI (ITALIAN, 1823–1896), OIL

LUIGI RICCI (ITALIAN, 1823–1896), OIL ON CANVAS, ”ITALIAN PEASANT GIRL” - Depicting a young Italian peasant girl wearing traditional costume, adorned with a red coral necklace with cross pendant, and a white kerchief over her head. Signed lower right L. Ricci. Presented in an ornate giltwood frame. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 5 3/4 x 4 3/4 in., (14.5 x 12 cm.) Condition: The canvas appears stable and well-preserved with no evidence of relining. The paint surface shows minor craquelure consistent with age, but the colors remain vibrant. The varnish is somewhat uneven with areas of light surface grime. The giltwood frame shows age wear with small chips and losses along the edges and ornamentation, as well as rubbing and toning to the gilding. Overall, the work is in very good condition for its age, presenting well.