
Figure Studies
The Scent-Seller
Pietro Longhi
An elegant 18th-century Venetian scene depicting masked figures and a street vendor.

1752 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 18th-century Venetian genre scene depicting a fortune teller reading a young woman's palm.
$243
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From $129
6 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with softened warm notes — holds a composed wall with restraint.
About the piece
Painted by Venetian master Pietro Longhi in 1752, this charming oil work captures a moment of social intrigue. A young woman in a striking white dress and black lace veil presents her hand to an aged fortune teller, surrounded by curious onlookers in period costume, offering a glimpse into the daily life and fashions of 18th-century Venice.
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1752 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 18th-century Venetian genre scene depicting a fortune teller reading a young woman's palm.
$243
For the selected configuration
From $129
6 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with softened warm notes — holds a composed wall with restraint.