Portrait Of A Doctor With A Microscope.sign. Eduardo Gordigiani (1866–1961), Circa 1940

Portrait of a Doctor with a Microscope
Artist: Eduardo Gordigiani (Italy, 1866–1961)
Date: Circa 1940
Medium: Oil on canvas
Signature: Signed in the upper right corner
Dimensions: H 65 cm x W 53 cm

This unusual portrait depicts a doctor seated at his desk with a microscope, symbolizing his profession and intellectual pursuits. Painted in a Post-Impressionist style, the artwork is characterized by its bold contrasts and vivid, almost surreal use of color. The doctor’s white coat sharply contrasts with the brilliant red background, while his tie in blue, white, and red adds an original chromatic accent that enlivens the composition.
A blue-cut crystal vase holding red carnations introduces a refined decorative element that harmonizes with the bold tones of the background. The interplay of shadows and the delicate nuances of the flesh tones, with subtle lilac accents, reveal Gordigiani’s painterly sensitivity. The artist masterfully combines these contrasting colors to create a work that is both intimate and visually striking.
Condition: Good, with minor signs of age consistent with the period.
Provenance: Private collection.