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Antique Orientalist oil painting of a street scene by A. L. Mielich

Creator: Alphons Leopold Mielich
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Orientalist oil painting of a street scene by A. L. Mielich

Austrian, c. 1900

Canvas: Height 52cm, width 40cm

Frame: Height 66cm, width 54cm, depth 5cm

This vivid street scene by Austrian painter Alphons Leopold Mielich (1863–1929) reflects his long-standing fascination with the Middle East. From 1889, Mielich travelled extensively across the region—particularly Egypt—developing a detailed, atmospheric style rooted in close observation.

Likely set in Spanish-occupied North Africa, the scene features signage in Spanish—Farmacia, Fabrica de Agua—and architecture that blends local and colonial elements. Pastel façades, iron balconies, and shuttered windows frame a bustling street below. Two women lean over a balustrade, watching the activity unfold.

In the foreground, a white donkey pulls a small cart carrying veiled women dressed in vibrant blues. Around them, pedestrians in traditional robes cross paths, adding a quiet rhythm and layered movement to the composition.

The painting is signed in the lower right ‘A. L. Mielich’ and is displayed in a carved giltwood frame.

Mielich’s eye for daily life and architectural detail gives this work its sense of place. Though shaped by a European perspective, the painting captures the texture of local life with warmth and nuance, reflecting the artist’s familiarity with the region.

Artist/Maker: Alphons Leopold Mielich

Materials: Oil Paint, Canvas

Ref: 17932

$22,500

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Oil Paint, Canvas
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Other
Dealer Reference #:	17932
Incollect Reference #:	798867

Dimensions

W.	21.26 in;	H.	25.98 in;	D.	1.97 in;
W.	54 cm;	H.	66 cm;	D.	5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |