Bidspirit auction | A. E. BOWLER, THE YOUNG

A. E. BOWLER, THE YOUNG MUSICIAN, OIL ON CANVAS - Oil on canvas. Signed upper right ”A. E. Bowler.” The painting depicts a young boy seated upon a neoclassical chair, absorbed in playing a double flute or aulos-like instrument. Draped in a simple white cloth, the youthful figure is presented within a refined classical interior featuring a relief frieze of ancient figures, architectural columns, and decorative textiles embellished with gilded motifs. The carefully observed anatomy, delicate modeling of the flesh tones, and serene atmosphere reflect the influence of late nineteenth-century academic painting. Dimensions: 31 1/8 x 25 1/8 in., (76.5 x 63.8 cm.) Conditions: The canvas has been relined. The painting presents well overall with no significant visible losses. 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. 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.