Fine work by Lionello Balestrieri from early last century. ca 1910.

Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven.
powerfully portrayed.
Balestrieri has created many works by classical musicians, including Wagner, Chopin, et al.

Colour aquatint. edition 63/200
Aquatint is an intaglio etching technique. It is a variation on traditional etching, whereby no lines but even surfaces are created. This makes it possible to obtain an even tone. The result resembles watercolour.
bottom left in paper stamp printed: Verlag Carl Lebeau.

Etching is in fine condition, can possibly be delivered with frame and glass, but by arrangement. Basically without frame due to risk of breakage.

dimensions aquatint: 37 x 40 cm

See photos for a good impression, are part of description.
(two pictures with frame and glass, for vb and consultation)

Lionello Balestrieri (12 September 1872 - 24 October 1958) was an Italian painter and engraver, active in various styles, mainly in Paris and Naples.

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