Gerő DADAY (1890–1979) – Original Oil on Antique Board (1918)
Hand-Signed and Dated Museum-Quality Piece from the Hungarian Realist Master
Discover the soul of Transylvania – the land famously cherished by King Charles III for its timeless beauty and authentic heritage.
For sale is an exceptional, over 100-year-old original oil painting by the prestigious Hungarian artist Gerő Daday (1890–1979). Painted in 1918, this evocative courtyard scene is a rare survivor from the end of the Great War era.
Why this is a must-have for serious collectors:
The Master’s Pedigree: Daday was a prominent figure in 20th-century Central European art. A student of the legendary Bertalan Karlovszky, his works are held in major public collections, including the Hungarian National Gallery and the Cluj Museum of Fine Arts.
Impeccable Authenticity: The painting features the artist’s characteristic signature scratched into the thick paint layer (impasto): "Daday G. 918". The reverse (verso) shows several historic inventory numbers and the artist’s name handwritten in pencil on the frame, confirming its long-standing presence in a private collection.
Authentic Antique Patina: This work is in its original, unrestored antique condition. The visible surface wear and historic paint loss are not flaws—they are the "birthmarks" of a century-old masterpiece. In the UK art market, this "unrestored patina" is highly sought after by collectors who value honesty and historical integrity over modern over-restoration.
Style & Technique: A masterpiece of Post-Impressionist Realism. The bold, textured brushwork (impasto) and the interplay of light in the rustic courtyard give the scene a remarkable 3D depth and atmosphere.

Artist: Gerő DADAY (Gero Daday)
Medium: Original Oil on Antique Wood Board
Date: 1918
Dimensions: 50 x 46 cm (Approx. 19.7 x 18.1 inches) including the original frame.
Investment Potential:
With global interest in Transylvanian and Central European Modernism at an all-time high, owning a documented early work by an original Master like Daday is both a cultural privilege and a solid investment.
Shipping: Professionally packed with heavy-duty protection. Tracked and insured delivery worldwide.