Half Dressed Collection (#4)

The Girl on the Rock, (oil on canvas)
989385 The Girl on the Rock, (oil on canvas) by Irolli, Vicenzo (1860-1945); 100.3x77.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Girl on the Rock; La Bambina sulle Rocce. Vincenzo Irolli (1860-1942)

The Age of Venus, (oil on canvas)
990430 The Age of Venus, (oil on canvas) by Natoire, Charles Joseph (1700-77); 98.4x125.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Age of Venus; Le Reveil de Venus. Charles Joseph Natoire (1700-1777)

An Allegory of Truth and Justice (The Psalm of David, LXXXIV, 10-11), (oil on canvas)
990295 An Allegory of Truth and Justice (The Psalm of David, LXXXIV, 10-11), (oil on canvas) by Backer, Jacob de (c.1555-c.1585); 183x145 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Crucifixion, (oil on canvas)
990239 The Crucifixion, (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); 267x189 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crucifixion. Francisco de Zurbaran (1598-1664). Oil on canvas

The Triumph of Venus and Cupid with Cupids Chariot, (oil on canvas)
990110 The Triumph of Venus and Cupid with Cupids Chariot, (oil on canvas) by Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-61); 94.5x74.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Personification of Astronomy, c. 1520-29 (oil on canvas)
990099 A Personification of Astronomy, c.1520-29 (oil on canvas) by Dossi, Dosso (c.1479-1542); 139.5x175.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Personification of Astronomy)

Happy Quartet; Heureux quator, 1902 (oil on canvas)
1768500 Happy Quartet; Heureux quator, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Rousseau, Henri J.F. (Le Douanier) (1844-1910); 95x58.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Happy Quartet; Heureux quator)

The Madonna and Child (oil on panel)
1766801 The Madonna and Child (oil on panel) by Garofalo, Benvenuto Tisi da (1481-1559); 52.7x41.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Madonna and Child. Benvenuto Tisi, Il Garofalo (1481-1559)

The Japanese Violin, 1926 (oil on canvas)
826855 The Japanese Violin, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Gertler, Mark (1891-1939); 78.2x81.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Japanese Violin. Mark Gertler (1891-1939). Oil on canvas

La Coiffure, 1924 (oil and black ink on canvas)
826538 La Coiffure, 1924 (oil and black ink on canvas) by Pascin, Jules (1885-1930); 80.6x64.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Coiffure. Jules Pascin (1885-1930). Oil and black ink on canvas

Frontispiece from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds
986234 Frontispiece from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of some other rare and undescribed Animals, .. 1739-1751 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Edwards

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"Exploring the Art of Half-Dressed: A Captivating Glimpse into Sensuality and Expression" Delve into a world where art intertwines with alluring glimpses of human form. From the c. 1850s-1860s, an albumen print captures a semi-nude woman amidst enchanting trees, evoking a sense of mystery and natural beauty. In another mesmerizing albumen print from around 1855, we encounter a standing female nude that exudes confidence and grace. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow accentuates the curves and contours, celebrating the human body as an exquisite work of art. Fast forward to 1912, where watercolor and gouache on paper bring forth a captivating portrayal of a lying young girl in half nudity. Delicate strokes blend seamlessly with pencil lines, creating an ethereal atmosphere that invites contemplation. Shifting gears to humor, we stumble upon a comic postcard depicting the arrival of a new baby. Amidst laughter-inducing chaos, there lies an unexpected twist—a half-dressed figure adding whimsy to this delightful scene. Traveling through time again to 1893, "Bala Krishna, " rendered in oil on paper, transports us to ancient mythology. This masterpiece showcases divine love through intricate details while subtly hinting at sensuality within its composition. Journeying further brings us face-to-face with Bali Life in the 1940s—an oil painting on cheese cloth capturing vibrant scenes from everyday existence. Amongst these vivid depictions is one featuring an abduction—half-dressed figures immersed in dramatic storytelling. "The Boudoir, " painted in 1896 using oil on canvas by an unknown artist beckons viewers into intimate quarters filled with allure and intrigue—a tantalizing glimpse behind closed doors where secrets are whispered among half-dressed individuals.