Lady In Swamp
Fine Art
12 x 20.25 x 0.2
CA$1,200.00
Supporting evidence Forgery is genuine/ how you came into ownership
This painting was found in piles of old wood in an attic in Neustiftgasse Vienna Austria. It was discovered in 1920 by tenants of the old house 2 years after Gustav's death. The work of art has hints of gold leaf in the stylized vegetation behind the woman painted in an older style canoe. The patterns of vegetation suggest the style of Gustav Klimt, as does the style of bright skin painted in juxtaposition to the surrounding natural scene. Klimt painted in the town for much of his career and the discovered piece was held on by my grandparent who lived there. It was found along with a second painting of other unidentified women. It is suspected that the paintings were hidden as it portrays woman with whom Gustav had affairs.
Masterpiece Auction price
bidding starts at 2000000.00
Great Forgery Master's name
Gustav Klimt
Year "Masterpiece" was created
1915
Artist statement
Greg Innes enjoys painting in the style of other artists. Gustav Klimt has a beautiful way of portraying people and nature where the human skin is painted in a way that is contrasted from the surrounding patters and colours by unique values and style of painting. The patterns are creative and interesting and the detail of the faces are a great challenge to paint.
Medium
oil on board
