19th Century European Art and Old Masters

Framed: 31 1/2 x 27 inches.
The canvas is not lined. The varnish is glossy in some areas of the hair, indicating that inpainting has been covered up. An area of inpainting extending from the center right edge, approximately 2 inches in length. One pinpoint convex indentation each to the paint surface along the upper left edge and in the center left of background. Small areas of localized craquelures in the background and man's face. Two shallow scratches extending from the upper center edge. Several instances of pinpoint white paint droplets. Overall, dark and somewhat soiled varnish. Under UV light: under old masking varnish that may obscures viewing of any inpainting. Additional images available upon request.

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