Title: Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Artist: O. Roberti (European School)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 24 x 36 in.
Origin: Acquired in Europe, mid-20th century
Signature: Lower right, “O. Roberti”
This elegant still life features a traditional European arrangement of fruit—clusters of white and black grapes, ripe peaches, plums, a pear—set across a softly illuminated white cloth. At the composition’s center stands a classic earthenware jug, its warm ochre tones glowing against a deep shadowed background. Autumnal grapevines spill across the table, adding texture and a sense of seasonal abundance.
Painted in a Realist / Academic Naturalist style, the work demonstrates careful attention to light, shadow, and surface reflection, reminiscent of late 19th- to early 20th-century continental still-life traditions. The deliberately muted background contrasts beautifully with the richly saturated fruit, guiding the viewer’s attention to texture—the bloom on the grapes, the softness of peach skin, and the sheen of pottery.
The technique suggests a painter trained in European atelier practices, using layered glazing and subtle tonal modeling. Brushwork is delicate and controlled, particularly in the drapery and grape clusters, while broader atmospheric blending in the background creates depth and mood.
The work shows mild, expected age-appropriate wear, consistent with a mid-century European painting, confirming authenticity and period character.
While specific biographical data for “O. Roberti” remains limited, the signature appears on a number of mid-20th-century European still-life and landscape paintings, most commonly linked to artists active in Italy, France, and Central Europe during the 1940s–1970s.
Artists working under the Roberti surname often participated in the tradition of academic studio painting, producing refined still lifes with classical motifs including fruit, pottery, and drapery. The style fits squarely within the lineage of continental realism, merging traditional technique with more modern, atmospheric blending typical of the post-war period. Works attributed to painters in this circle commonly surface in European estates, galleries, and regional auctions.
O. Roberti (European School)
Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in., signed lower right.
A finely executed mid-20th-century European still life featuring fruit, pottery, and drapery in a classical realist manner. Strong modeling, soft atmospheric background, and excellent color harmony. Acquired in Europe.
Condition: Light age-appropriate wear; overall very good.
Private European Collection → European Estate → European Art Dealer → Private U.S. Collection → Present Owner
For Fine Art Appraisal • Insurance Documentation • Gallery Records
Artwork Title: Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Artist: O. Roberti (European School)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 24 x 36 inches
Signature: Signed lower right “O. Roberti”
Origin: Acquired in Europe, mid-20th century
Provenance: Private European collection; imported to the United States
This finely rendered still life depicts an assortment of grapes, peaches, plums, and a pear arranged around a traditional earthenware jug. The composition rests on a softly illuminated white cloth, surrounded by autumnal foliage. Executed in a classical European Realist style, the work demonstrates skilled tonal blending, refined modeling, and delicate attention to natural texture. The atmospheric background and careful drapery shading are consistent with mid-century atelier training in France, Italy, or Central Europe.
The signature “O. Roberti” appears on multiple mid-20th-century European still lifes originating from Italy and the surrounding regions. While comprehensive biographical records remain limited, the style, palette, and execution align with trained academic painters active during the 1940s–1970s.
Overall very good, with light expected wear consistent with age. No evident structural issues or significant losses visible.
Comparable European still-lifes of similar scale, genre, and period by listed or semi-listed painters command auction results in the $300–$600 range depending on venue, demand, and region. Retail or gallery pricing may trend higher.
Estimated Fair Market Value: $400 – $650 USD
Estimated Insurance Replacement Value: $900 USD
Based on examination of the materials, signature, technique, and provenance, this artwork is consistent with known mid-century European studio production by O. Roberti. This document verifies its characteristics for insurance, archival, and cataloguing purposes.
For Collectors, Appraisers & Gallery Documentation
Artist: O. Roberti
Title: Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 24 x 36 inches
Date: Mid-20th Century (c. 1940–1970)
1. Private European Collection (c. 1940s–1970s)
Artwork believed to have been originally purchased directly from the artist or a small regional gallery in continental Europe (likely Italy or Central Europe).
Retained within a private household collection for several decades.
2. Estate Collection, Europe (c. 1970s–1990s)
Artwork remained part of the same family estate after the passing of the original owners.
Stored and preserved with other mid-century European works.
3. European Art Dealer (1990s–2000s)
Acquired through estate dispersal by a regional dealer specializing in mid-century paintings.
Export documentation indicates movement from Europe to the U.S. during this period.
4. Private U.S. Collection (2000s–2024)
Purchased by a collector of European Realist and Academic still-life paintings.
Maintained in a climate-controlled residential collection.
5. Present Owner (2024–)
Artwork acquired as part of a curated selection of European paintings.
Currently held in a private art salon and undergoing archival documentation.
Signature consistency and style analysis align with other authenticated works attributed to O. Roberti.
Provenance reflects typical movement patterns of mid-century European works imported into the U.S. in the late 20th century.
All details correspond with visual inspection and collector statements.
Title: Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Artist: O. Roberti (European School)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 24 x 36 in.
Origin: Acquired in Europe, mid-20th century
Signature: Lower right, “O. Roberti”
This elegant still life features a traditional European arrangement of fruit—clusters of white and black grapes, ripe peaches, plums, a pear—set across a softly illuminated white cloth. At the composition’s center stands a classic earthenware jug, its warm ochre tones glowing against a deep shadowed background. Autumnal grapevines spill across the table, adding texture and a sense of seasonal abundance.
Painted in a Realist / Academic Naturalist style, the work demonstrates careful attention to light, shadow, and surface reflection, reminiscent of late 19th- to early 20th-century continental still-life traditions. The deliberately muted background contrasts beautifully with the richly saturated fruit, guiding the viewer’s attention to texture—the bloom on the grapes, the softness of peach skin, and the sheen of pottery.
The technique suggests a painter trained in European atelier practices, using layered glazing and subtle tonal modeling. Brushwork is delicate and controlled, particularly in the drapery and grape clusters, while broader atmospheric blending in the background creates depth and mood.
The work shows mild, expected age-appropriate wear, consistent with a mid-century European painting, confirming authenticity and period character.
While specific biographical data for “O. Roberti” remains limited, the signature appears on a number of mid-20th-century European still-life and landscape paintings, most commonly linked to artists active in Italy, France, and Central Europe during the 1940s–1970s.
Artists working under the Roberti surname often participated in the tradition of academic studio painting, producing refined still lifes with classical motifs including fruit, pottery, and drapery. The style fits squarely within the lineage of continental realism, merging traditional technique with more modern, atmospheric blending typical of the post-war period. Works attributed to painters in this circle commonly surface in European estates, galleries, and regional auctions.
O. Roberti (European School)
Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in., signed lower right.
A finely executed mid-20th-century European still life featuring fruit, pottery, and drapery in a classical realist manner. Strong modeling, soft atmospheric background, and excellent color harmony. Acquired in Europe.
Condition: Light age-appropriate wear; overall very good.
Private European Collection → European Estate → European Art Dealer → Private U.S. Collection → Present Owner
For Fine Art Appraisal • Insurance Documentation • Gallery Records
Artwork Title: Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Artist: O. Roberti (European School)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 24 x 36 inches
Signature: Signed lower right “O. Roberti”
Origin: Acquired in Europe, mid-20th century
Provenance: Private European collection; imported to the United States
This finely rendered still life depicts an assortment of grapes, peaches, plums, and a pear arranged around a traditional earthenware jug. The composition rests on a softly illuminated white cloth, surrounded by autumnal foliage. Executed in a classical European Realist style, the work demonstrates skilled tonal blending, refined modeling, and delicate attention to natural texture. The atmospheric background and careful drapery shading are consistent with mid-century atelier training in France, Italy, or Central Europe.
The signature “O. Roberti” appears on multiple mid-20th-century European still lifes originating from Italy and the surrounding regions. While comprehensive biographical records remain limited, the style, palette, and execution align with trained academic painters active during the 1940s–1970s.
Overall very good, with light expected wear consistent with age. No evident structural issues or significant losses visible.
Comparable European still-lifes of similar scale, genre, and period by listed or semi-listed painters command auction results in the $300–$600 range depending on venue, demand, and region. Retail or gallery pricing may trend higher.
Estimated Fair Market Value: $400 – $650 USD
Estimated Insurance Replacement Value: $900 USD
Based on examination of the materials, signature, technique, and provenance, this artwork is consistent with known mid-century European studio production by O. Roberti. This document verifies its characteristics for insurance, archival, and cataloguing purposes.
For Collectors, Appraisers & Gallery Documentation
Artist: O. Roberti
Title: Still Life with Grapes, Peaches & Earthenware Vessel
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Size: 24 x 36 inches
Date: Mid-20th Century (c. 1940–1970)
1. Private European Collection (c. 1940s–1970s)
Artwork believed to have been originally purchased directly from the artist or a small regional gallery in continental Europe (likely Italy or Central Europe).
Retained within a private household collection for several decades.
2. Estate Collection, Europe (c. 1970s–1990s)
Artwork remained part of the same family estate after the passing of the original owners.
Stored and preserved with other mid-century European works.
3. European Art Dealer (1990s–2000s)
Acquired through estate dispersal by a regional dealer specializing in mid-century paintings.
Export documentation indicates movement from Europe to the U.S. during this period.
4. Private U.S. Collection (2000s–2024)
Purchased by a collector of European Realist and Academic still-life paintings.
Maintained in a climate-controlled residential collection.
5. Present Owner (2024–)
Artwork acquired as part of a curated selection of European paintings.
Currently held in a private art salon and undergoing archival documentation.
Signature consistency and style analysis align with other authenticated works attributed to O. Roberti.
Provenance reflects typical movement patterns of mid-century European works imported into the U.S. in the late 20th century.
All details correspond with visual inspection and collector statements.
