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Eduard Hildebrandt
Cormorans au coucher du soleil sur l’Arctique

1852

$103,647.03
£75,956.69
€87,000
CA$142,945.22
A$144,671.57
CHF 82,950.69
MX$1,754,685.74
NOK 964,682.96
SEK 981,954.08
DKK 663,363.51

About the Item

This work by Eduard Hildebrandt stands out for its striking poetic and visual power, fully embodying the spirit of 19th-century Romantic travel painting. It depicts a spectacular Arctic scene—particularly rare within the artist’s oeuvre—where the contrast between the blazing sunset, the turbulent sea, and the still presence of the cormorants creates a compelling tension and a composition that is both structured and expressive. The painting is all the more valuable as it demonstrates Hildebrandt’s exceptional mastery in rendering light and atmosphere, qualities for which he is widely recognized and represented in major international collections. The rarity of the subject on the market, combined with strong results achieved by comparable works at auction, further enhances its appeal to collectors. This is a signed and dated oil on canvas from 1852, measuring 100 x 111 cm (with frame), offering a powerful and immersive presence. The composition is visually rich, marked by intense contrasts of light and a warm palette that heightens the dramatic effect. The condition is very good, allowing full appreciation of the finesse of detail and the quality of execution. The work is rooted in the context of the artist’s extensive travels around the world, which informed a vision that is both documentary and poetic, blending careful observation with sensitive interpretation. Today, it represents a rare opportunity at the crossroads of art history, exploration, and a taste for dramatic landscapes, while also offering a strong decorative presence, ideally suited to an elegant and contemporary interior.
  • Creator:
    Eduard Hildebrandt (1818 - 1868, Polish)
  • Creation Year:
    1852
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Medium:
    Oil
  • Movement & Style:
    Romantic
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2782217848712

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