{"product_id":"miklos-santho-hungarian-1869-1932-antique-oil-on-board-painting-faun-maidens","title":"Miklós Santhó (Hungarian, 1869–1932) Antique Oil on board Painting Faun Maidens","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant antique oil painting by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiklós Santhó  (Hungarian, 1869–1932)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e depicting a poetic Arcadian scene where two graceful maidens rest beneath flowering vines while a faun quietly plays his pipes in the shadows. Richly atmospheric and beautifully composed, the work blends mythology, romance, and classical symbolism into a dreamlike garden setting inspired by late nineteenth-century European academic painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSantho masterfully contrasts luminous flesh tones and delicate floral passages against a deep woodland background, creating remarkable depth and a quiet sense of mystery. The restrained palette, refined brushwork, and timeless classical subject make this an exceptional example of his highly collectible decorative paintings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork is presented in an elegant period-style gilt frame that beautifully complements the classical subject and is ready for immediate display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📏 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Painting: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20\" × 16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e | Framed: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23.75\" × 19.25\" × 1.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✍️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiklós Santhó \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (lower left).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🩺 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good overall antique condition with age-appropriate surface wear. Evidence of professional restoration is visible, primarily within the darker passages of the composition. The frame shows normal age and storage wear along the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Carefully packaged and shipped from Florida with tracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiklós Santhó (1869–1932)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was a Hungarian painter known for his romantic landscapes, mythological scenes, and decorative compositions inspired by the Academic tradition. His paintings often combine idyllic natural settings with classical figures, reflecting the influence of late nineteenth-century European Romanticism and Symbolism. Today his works are appreciated for their refined technique, atmospheric lighting, and timeless decorative appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePaintings by Milos Santho featuring classical mythology are among the artist's most desirable works. This composition combines the elegance of Academic figure painting with the poetic atmosphere of Symbolism, making it equally appealing to collectors of nineteenth-century European art and sophisticated traditional interiors. Its harmonious palette, museum-quality subject matter, and decorative presence give it enduring collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual colors may vary slightly from the photos shown due to differences in lighting, camera quality, and screen settings. Most items sold by MaksArtGallery are vintage or antique and may show minor signs of age, including light surface wear or frame patina. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the item description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MaksArtGallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55448000069923,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2155\/2067\/files\/1_c3a9f1e9-6d49-48e3-b426-a0492b01755e.jpg?v=1786139083","url":"https:\/\/maksartgallery.com\/products\/miklos-santho-hungarian-1869-1932-antique-oil-on-board-painting-faun-maidens","provider":"MaksArtGallery ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}