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Minas Gerais 1953 oil on board 33 x 41 cm (13 x 16 1/8 in.) unframed signed and dated lower right LOT ESSAY Brazilian painter, born in Nova Friburgo in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Spent the first 30 years of his life in Europe studying art, returning to Brazil in the late 1920s. Often depicting the picturesque romantic landscapes of Minas Gerais, a large inland state of southeastern Brazil, known for colonial era towns dating to the 18th century gold rush, cobblestone streets, ornate mansions and baroque churches. Guignard moved to Minas Gerias in the 1940s remaining there up to his death in 1962. Often painting in plein-aire the small town of Ouro Preto. This lot is a prime example of Alberto de Veiga Guignard’s work. CONDITION The painting is in good condition. Scattered minor losses along the lower edge. Minor loss visible to the sky. Overall craquelure. Inspection under UV light shows an even layer of heavy varnish. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.