European Furniture and Decorative Arts

Presents in basic good and stable condition. There are small areas of flaking/loss to the paint: one in the lower left quadrant to one of the figure's thighs, with a white layer (likely gesso) visible; another just beneath the center figure's beard, with the underlying canvas visible. The latter is less noticeable, as the canvas color is similar to the paint color. There is also an area of restoration, with three patches visible to the reverse, and overpainting faintly visible to the surface. Otherwise no significant damage or losses to note. There is faint craquelure to the surface, as is typical. The giltwood frame is very recent and exhibits a very bright luster. It is sturdy and ready to hang.
Framed dimensions 49 x 52 inches.

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