Landscape on wood in an oval frame

A charming riverside landscape rendered on convex board, showcasing a serene view of calm water framed by lush trees and distant hills. The rich tones and soft light evoke a peaceful, almost idyllic atmosphere. Set in a highly decorative oval frame painted in gold, the artwork radiates vintage elegance. Created in the second half of the 20th century. 

Convex oval artworks—paintings on gently curved ("bubble") boards or glass—have a rich legacy across European decorative art, especially from the 18th to the early 20th centuries. The oval format, used since the 18th century in France, originated in Renaissance and Baroque architecture for coats of arms and cartouches. Overdoors and portraits were often painted or inset into matching oval shapes with rocaille and leaf motifs Convex framing creates a subtle three-dimensional effect, making landscapes appear more dynamic and drawing attention through gentle curvature and light refraction. Such pieces meld fine art and decorative art, offering both artistic charm and decorative elegance in living spaces.

Product details:

• Overall dimensions: 23 1/4" x 18 1/2"

• Technique: Painting on convex board

• Origin: Italy

• Date: Second half of the 20th century

• Signature: Unsigned

• Framing: Richly ornamented, gold-painted oval frame