
A Delightful Game
A charming scene rendered in rich oils captures figures engaged in a moment of playful leisure, reflecting the refined elegance and social grace characteristic of late 19th-century French academic painting. La Porte's skilled brushwork brings warmth and intimacy to the composition, bathing the subjects in soft, inviting light that highlights the joy and lighthearted spirit of the moment. The detailed treatment of fabric, setting, and expression demonstrates the artist's meticulous technique and keen eye for capturing the pleasures of genteel everyday life.
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
19th Century European Art Online
January 25, 2019
Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000
Lot 1118
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