Title: Animated Interior

Artist: E. Cordese

Date: 1838

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 41 x 33.5 cm (16.1 x 13.2 in)

Condition Report: The painting shows areas of craquelure and peeling, but is otherwise in good condition.

Description:
This oil painting by E. Cordese, dated 1838, depicts an animated interior scene. The composition features two figures in a domestic setting. The central male figure, dressed in 17th or 18th-century attire, gestures towards a seated female figure who is also dressed in period clothing. The background includes a desk with various objects, possibly hinting at a narrative or interaction between the two figures. The scene is framed by detailed furnishings, including a room divider and other elements that add depth to the interior. The color palette is rich with deep tones, typical of the period, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. The artist’s signature is located in the lower left corner of the painting.