Paul G Konody Collection (#2)

Four Girls, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Four Girls, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

A Reception at Court, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
A Reception at Court, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Femme Dansant Devant un Comptoir, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Femme Dansant Devant un Comptoir, 19th century, (1930). Woman dancing in front of a counter. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life

Off Duty, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Off Duty, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

A Street in Alsace, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
A Street in Alsace, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

Spanish Ladies, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Spanish Ladies, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

Le Comptoir, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Le Comptoir, 19th century, (1930). The Counter. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Au Promenoir, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Au Promenoir, 19th century, (1930). In the Covered Walk. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Four Ladies, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Four Ladies, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

In the Park, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
In the Park, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

At the Dance, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
At the Dance, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

At the Cabaret, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
At the Cabaret, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

Le Promenoir, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Le Promenoir, 19th century, (1930). The Covered Walk. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

The Promenade, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
The Promenade, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

At Mabille s, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
At Mabille s, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

A Lady with her Dog, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
A Lady with her Dog, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

Assembly, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Assembly, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

Deux Elegantes, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Deux Elegantes, 19th century, (1930). Two elegant ladies. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Setting Out, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Setting Out, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

At the Theatre, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
At the Theatre, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne

La Dame Au Chale, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
La Dame Au Chale, 19th century, (1930). Woman in a shawl. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Arriving at the Ball, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Arriving at the Ball, 19th century, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Constantin Guys, (1930). Artist: Edouard Manet
Constantin Guys, (1930). Portrait of French painter Guys (1802-1892). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Femme Se Retroussant, 19th century, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Femme Se Retroussant, 19th century, (1930). Woman lifting her skirt. Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

On Parade, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
On Parade, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne, by P G Konody

Swiss Guards and French Soldiers at the Vatican, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Swiss Guards and French Soldiers at the Vatican, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction

Levee, (1930). Artist: Constantin Guys
Levee, (1930). Illustration from The Painter of Victorian Life, a study of Constantin Guys with an introduction and a translation of Baudelaires Peintre de la Vie Moderne, by P G Konody

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Paul G Konody was a renowned art critic and historian who had a deep appreciation for the works of Raphael. In his writings, he often discussed various masterpieces by the Italian artist, such as "Portrait of Raphael" from around 1505. This particular painting captivated Konody with its exquisite detail and skillful execution. Another artwork that caught Konody's attention was "Putto with Garland, " created by Raphael circa 1510. The delicate portrayal of the cherubic figure adorned with flowers showcased Raphael's ability to capture beauty in its purest form. "The Madonna of the Tower, " painted between 1509-1511, also left an indelible impression on Konody. He marveled at how Raphael depicted the tender bond between mother and child in this touching masterpiece. Konody further explored Raphael's genius through pieces like "The Madonna Della Sedia" (c1514) and "The Madonna Del Gran Duca" (1505). These paintings exemplified the artist's ability to infuse spirituality into his subjects while maintaining a sense of grace and elegance. Apart from focusing on Raphael, Konody also appreciated other artists' works, such as Constantin Guys' "Waiting Carriages. " This piece captured the hustle and bustle of city life in the 19th century, showcasing Guys' keen eye for capturing everyday scenes. In addition to urban landscapes, Guys' talent extended to portraiture as seen in his work titled "Study of a Lady. " Through meticulous brushwork, he brought out both beauty and character in his subject. One notable aspect about Paul G Konody was his ability to appreciate different artistic styles across time periods. He recognized that art is not confined solely to one era but rather evolves continuously. His exploration included artworks like Constantin Guys' "Conversation, " which depicted individuals engrossed in animated discussion during the 19th century.