Alvaro Cartei Portrait Tile in a Mediterranean Frame Soholm The back is unmarked and

The back is unmarked and retains traces of mortar

Impressed mark

The back is covered in cork

Probably Belgian or French in origin

Alvaro Cartei Portrait Tile in a Mediterranean Frame Soholm The back is unmarked andThis portrait of a woman was painted by Alvaro Cartei (1911 1995) in the style of ancient Italian frescoes with a Mid Century twist. The tile measures 8" x 4" and is signed at the base. It was mounted onto a velveteen mat in a quality Mediterranean style frame in antique gold. Overall, it measures 13 3 4" tall, 9 3 4" wide and 1 1 2" deep. Excellent vintage condition. Ready to hang. Alvaro Cartei was an accomplished painter and sculptor as well as