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CARL TIMOLEON VON NEFF (1804–1877). BOY WITH A FLUTE RUSSIA / ESTONIA, 1841

CARL TIMOLEON VON NEFF (1804–1877). BOY WITH A FLUTE RUSSIA / ESTONIA, 1841

The painting Boy with a Flute, dated 1841 and signed “Neff. 1841,” is a characteristic example of the early period of Carl Timoleon von Neff — an eminent representative of the academic school of mid-19th-century painting, whose artistic activity bridged the traditions of St. Petersburg, Dresden, and Paris. In this work, the artist embodies a quintessential Romantic image of a young shepherd, symbolizing simplicity and the inner purity of human nature in harmony with the natural world.The composition is built on a delicate balance between figure and landscape. The luminous distance creates an impression of airy perspective, while soft lighting reveals the velvety surface and warm palette typical of the Baltic-German school of painting. The emotional expression in the boy’s gaze, the gentle modelling of the face, and the meticulous treatment of the attire demonstrate Neff’s mature craftsmanship, shaped under the influence of Western European classicism and the sentimental realism of the Biedermeier period.A graduate of the Dresden Academy and a pupil of Paul Delaroche in Paris, Carl Timoleon von Neff became one of the leading portrait and religious painters of Imperial Russia. His works adorned the interiors of St Isaac’s Cathedral and the palaces of the Imperial family. Yet early genre scenes such as this are extremely rare, reflecting Neff’s personal interest in the human figure outside the ceremonial context — in the poetics of everyday life and the idealized image of childhood.Boy with a Flute occupies a special place in Neff’s oeuvre as a transitional work between his academic formation and the emergence of his distinctive artistic language — marked by refined drawing and transparent coloration. Comparable compositions and figure types are found in Russian and German museum collections, including the State Hermitage, the Art Museum of Estonia, and former Königsberg collections.Hallmarks: Artist’s signature in red paint at lower left: “Neff. 1841.”Dimensions: 90 × 78 cm.Material: Oil on canvas.Condition: Good. Canvas relined and reinforced on stretcher; minor signs of age. Paint surface stable, dense, without losses, with natural patina.Provenance: Private collection.Expertise: Expert opinion by the Art Museum of Estonia (Eesti Kunstimuuseum, 30.11.2016, Sirje Helme, Mai Levin, Alar Nurkse) confirms the attribution and authorship of Carl Timoleon von Neff.

Rare 19th Century Folding Chair in Gilt Wood, Napoleon III Period

Rare 19th Century Folding Chair in Gilt Wood, Napoleon III Period

Large Still Life with Fish Oil-on-Canvas in Gilded Frame, 152cm x 112cm

Large Still Life with Fish Oil-on-Canvas in Gilded Frame, 152cm x 112cm

19th Century Statue of a Greyhound in Bronze, in the Style of Pierre-Jules Mêne

19th Century Statue of a Greyhound in Bronze, in the Style of Pierre-Jules Mêne

20th Century Louis XV Style Ceremonial Commode in Marquetry and Marble Top

20th Century Louis XV Style Ceremonial Commode in Marquetry and Marble Top

19th Century Pair of Gilded Bronze Transition Louis XV Style Candle Holders

19th Century Pair of Gilded Bronze Transition Louis XV Style Candle Holders

Abstract Oil Painting by Nicolai Michoutouchkine (1929-2010)

Abstract Oil Painting by Nicolai Michoutouchkine (1929-2010)

Pair of 19th Century Gilt Bronze Fire Dogs in the Ancient Egyptian Style

Pair of 19th Century Gilt Bronze Fire Dogs in the Ancient Egyptian Style

19th Century Large Hexagonal Bronze Jardiniere in the Style of Victor Paillard

19th Century Large Hexagonal Bronze Jardiniere in the Style of Victor Paillard

Late 19th Century Pair of Lyre Shaped Four-Light Candelabras

Late 19th Century Pair of Lyre Shaped Four-Light Candelabras

Set of six silver spoons with guilloche enamel, in the original box.

Set of six silver spoons with guilloche enamel, in the original box.

Set of 6 multi-coloured guilloche enameled silver spoons in original shell-shaped box. Marking HJH, 925 sterling silver. Total weight 78 g. Length of each: 97 mm.

19th Century Fireplace Screen in Gilt Bronze

19th Century Fireplace Screen in Gilt Bronze

Art Nouveau Mirror in Solid Mahogany, in the Style of Eugene Vallin

Art Nouveau Mirror in Solid Mahogany, in the Style of Eugene Vallin

Orientalist Oil-on-Canvas Painting by Vincent Manago (1880–1936)

Orientalist Oil-on-Canvas Painting by Vincent Manago (1880–1936)

Lithograph by Robert Combas (1957-). Signed and Numbered 4390

Lithograph by Robert Combas (1957-). Signed and Numbered 4390

Julie Nangala Robertson, Ngapa Jukurrpa, Acrylic on canvas, 2015

Julie Nangala Robertson, Ngapa Jukurrpa, Acrylic on canvas, 2015

Large Marine Oil-on-Canvas Breton Fisherman in Original Frame, 19th Century

Large Marine Oil-on-Canvas Breton Fisherman in Original Frame, 19th Century

Rare Kanak kagu Wooden Bird Beak Puzzle, New Caledonia, 19th Century

Rare Kanak kagu Wooden Bird Beak Puzzle, New Caledonia, 19th Century

Coin. Silver ruble of 1897.

Coin. Silver ruble of 1897.

Coin. Silver ruble of 1897.Description of obverseIn the center is a profile portrait of Emperor Nicholas II. On the left is the inscription B.M. NICHOLAS II EMPEROR , on the right - AND THE AUTOCHOR OF ALL RUSSIA. Along the edge, there are relief elements made in the form of teeth.Description of reverseIn the center is the Small State Emblem of the Russian Empire - a two-headed eagle, whose heads are crowned with two crowns, the third, a large crown above them. All of them are connected with the ribbon of the Order of St. Andrew the First-Called. On the eagle`s chest is the Moscow coat of arms - a shield with the image of George the Victorious with a spear, slaying the dragon. Around the shield is the chain of the Order of St. Andrew the First-Called Apostle. On the wings are the coats of arms: the Kingdoms of Kazan, Poland, Tauride Chersonesos, Astrakhan, Siberian, Georgian and the coat of arms of the united principalities of Kiev, Novgorod and Vladimir - 4 for each wing. In the right paw of the eagle is the scepter, in the left is the orb. The coin was made 1897. There are relief elements made in the form of teeth around the edge.Diameter 3.4cmThickness 2.1 mmWeight: 19.60 gr.

Large Louis XV style flat desk, marquetry and gilt bronze, 19th century work

Large Louis XV style flat desk, marquetry and gilt bronze, 19th century work

Myst-RZ, The tree, signed and numeroted 110, 2024

Myst-RZ, The tree, signed and numeroted 110, 2024

Bust of Marcus Aurelus in Marble in marble and onyx, 20th century

Bust of Marcus Aurelus in Marble in marble and onyx, 20th century

Late 19th Century Louis XV Transition-Style Cabinet

Late 19th Century Louis XV Transition-Style Cabinet

Late 19th-Century Carrara Marble Bust of a Young Girl

Late 19th-Century Carrara Marble Bust of a Young Girl

19th Century Large Still Life Oil-on-Canvas Painting Rose Bouquet

19th Century Large Still Life Oil-on-Canvas Painting Rose Bouquet

16th Century Ceremonial Urn from Burkina Faso, Africa

16th Century Ceremonial Urn from Burkina Faso, Africa

Myst-RZ, Snow White morning routine, signed and numeroted 110, 2024

Myst-RZ, Snow White morning routine, signed and numeroted 110, 2024

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