Old Masters and 19th Century Art

Framed: 16 1/2 x 22 1/2 in. (each)

The Grand Canal with San Simeone Piccolo:
The relined work is in good condition. Light soiling present throughout. Minor cracks and loss to paint present at extreme edges of the work where canvas has been laid to new canvas. No apparent issues under UV. Minor cuff to upper left corner. in dark cloud. Some frame residue present at extreme edges of work.

Venice Canal:
The relined work is in overall fair condition . Craquelure present at lower right around foremost boat. Under UV eviedence of cosmetic retouching present, most notably in upper left corner, and at lower right center in canal. Minor scuffs and loss to paint present at extreme edges of the work under the frame. Some frame residue present at extreme edges.

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