Salomon Leon Sarluis

Price range: (25 000 zł - 50 000 zł)

The decorative character of the harmonious and subtle composition is emphasized by the unrealistic, cupid heads emerging from the background, painted en grisaille (colorless, with different grayscale intensities). On the other hand, the sea shells placed in the foreground: pineapple, bunch of grapes, pomegranate fruit and incredible beauty reflect the Mediterranean climate of work. The painting is a kind of rarity on the painting market, as it was painted in 1892, i.e. in the very early creative period of this outstanding artist. His later work did not refer to the works of the Pre-Raphaelites, although in the works of the Symbolists, and his later works one can find points of contact with the painting of this artistic group. The signature placed in the left bottom of "Sam Sarluis 1892" is well embedded in the painting. The canvas as well as the painting are preserved in good condition.

About the artist: (1874 - 1949) Painter born 21.10.1874 in The Hague, where he studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. At the age of twenty, he moved to Paris and took the name Leonardo as a tribute to the great painter Leonardo da Vinci. He was a protégé and at the same time a favorite of famous, great writers and painters of the French elite of that time. His works were particularly appreciated by the symbolists Bourges Elemir, Armand Punk and Jean Lorrain. Numerous travels around Italy, Russia and France resulted in many exhibitions, which were widely described and commented on by, among others, Oscar Wild. The artist quickly gained fame and recognition and his works can be found in galleries and museums all over the world.

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