Karl Frech

A striking early 20th-century oil painting by Karl Frech (1883–1945), depicting a continental European town street with a prominent synagogue or Jewish place of worship in the background.

The painting presents a wonderfully atmospheric architectural scene, with closely packed historic buildings, tiled roofs, a cobbled street and the distinctive ornate synagogue dominating the composition. The warm earthy palette and expressive impasto brushwork give the work considerable character and depth.

The painting is housed in an impressive ornately carved antique wooden frame, which adds substantially to its decorative appeal.

Dimensions

* Overall framed size: 64 × 55 cm

* Overall framed size in inches: approx. 25.2 × 21.7 in

* Actual painting size: 55 × 47 cm

* Actual painting size in inches: approx. 21.7 × 18.5 in

Condition

The painting is presented in antique condition with signs of age consistent with its period. There are areas of surface wear/age-related marks visible, and the ornate frame has various knocks, losses and areas of wear commensurate with age. The reverse retains its old backing and a J. Davey & Sons, Manchester framing label.

Please study all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description.

Additional Information

A highly decorative and characterful example of early 20th-century European architectural painting, particularly appealing to collectors of continental art, historic town scenes, Jewish heritage subjects and antique oil paintings.

Please note: The painting is offered as attributed to Karl Frech (1883–1945), based on the signature. No independent authentication or certificate of authenticity is provided.