Bidspirit auction | Oil painting on board ”Genre

Oil painting on board ”Genre scene in an interior” – Follower of Franz von Defregger – 19th Century approx. 38x30 CM - Important oil painting on board, depicting the famous genre scene ”Der Zitherspieler”. The composition portrays a man sitting on a bench playing the zither, surrounded by two women and a dog listening to music in a rustic Alpine interior. The painting stands out for its exceptional rendering of details, from the period costumes to the warm light that envelops the domestic scene, typical of the Austrian master's style. The work is presented within a majestic gilded frame with rich relief decorations. Technical Details: Technique: Oil painting on board (O/B). Author: By Franz von Defregger