Fortunino Matania O/C Religious Painting, Christ Entering Jerusalem
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Description
Fortunino Matania (Italy/United Kingdom, 1881-1963) oil on canvas religious painting titled "Christ Entering Jerusalem" depicting Christ seated on a donkey and leading a procession surrounded by crowds as he enters the walled city of Jerusalem. Rendered with minute details including to individual facial features and expressions, colorful garments and textiles. Signed "F. Matania" in red, lower right. Titled en verso of stretcher. Housed in a 20th-century giltwood frame. Sight" 24" H x 30" W. Framed: 30 3/4" H x 36 5/8" W. Biography: Fortunio Matania was born in 1881 in Naples, Italy. He is primarily known for his depictions of scenes from Antiquity, many of which were illustrations for the British women's magazine "Brittania and Eve," and for his work as a war artist during the First World War.
Property of a Tennessee Religious Institution, acquired 1974.
Property of a Tennessee Religious Institution, acquired 1974.
Condition
Overall very good condition. Frame with minor gilt losses.
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Fortunino Matania O/C Religious Painting, Christ Entering Jerusalem
Estimate $1,200 - $1,400
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