Marguerite de Lottis Nude Oil Painting Italian Antique Female Portrait Dated

This original oil painting by Marguerite de Lottis presents an elegant seated female nude in a richly appointed interior. Painted with expressive brushwork and a refined palette, the composition beautifully balances academic figure painting with the loose, painterly qualities associated with early twentieth-century European Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.

The model is portrayed in a relaxed pose beside a sunlit window, holding a delicate flower while surrounded by luxurious textiles and warm interior tones. Confident brushstrokes, subtle color transitions, and carefully observed light create a sophisticated atmosphere that reflects the artist's classical training and European sensibility.

The painting is executed on board and housed in a beautiful contemporary gold frame that complements the warm tones of the composition. This is an excellent example of an early twentieth-century Italian School figure painting by a listed artist whose exhibition history is documented in both Italy and France.

📏 Measurements: Painting: 24" H × 19" W | Framed: 27" H × 22" W

✍️ Signature: Signed "M. de Lottis" in the lower right. The reverse bears an inscription reading "Marguerite de Lottis – École Italienne, XXe siècle" ("Italian School, 20th Century"), further supporting the attribution. The board is also dated, appearing to read 1920 (or an early 20th-century date; partially difficult to decipher).

🖼️ Condition: Very good antique condition with light age-appropriate wear. Strong original colors and expressive brushwork remain well preserved. Professionally framed and ready to hang.

📦 Shipping: Professionally packed and shipped the same business day from Florida with full tracking and insurance.

About the Artist

Marguerite de Lottis was an Italian painter born in Naples who worked during the early twentieth century. Although relatively little biographical information survives today, her documented exhibition history confirms that she was an active professional artist whose work was recognized in both Italy and France.

She exhibited at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome in 1928, 1929, and 1936, and later participated in both the prestigious Salon des Indépendants and the Salon des Artistes Français in Paris during 1933, 1934, and 1939. These important exhibitions were among Europe's leading venues for contemporary artists and reflected professional recognition of her work.

Marguerite de Lottis is best known for expressive portraits and figure paintings that combine confident brushwork with refined color harmonies, reflecting the influence of Italian Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Original works by the artist appear only occasionally on the market and remain desirable examples of early twentieth-century European art.

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