Masterfully painting with reclining nude was executed around 1880-1890 in the time of Belle Epoque by listed Czech-Austrian painter and architect Karl Hofmeier ( 1858 Praque - 1934 Vienna). He was member of Albrecht Dürer Union and exhibited at the exhibition " 70 years of Albrecht Dürer Union" in 1921 with many  paintings (landscapes, cityscapes, flowers and genre works).

Literature: artist lexicons: by Thieme/Becker, by Prof.H.Fuchs and by Saur.

Inscription: signed lower right.

Technique: oil on walnut board, magnificent original period gilt frame.

Measurements: unframed w 14" x h 8 1/4"(35,5 x 21 cm),    framed 24 1/4" x 18 7/8"( 61,5 x 47 cm).

Condition: painting and frame are in very good condition.