John Moir,
(Scottish, 1775-1857)

Landscape
oil on canvas
signed (lower left)
44 x 55 inches.

Work is in overall decent, stable condition. Some minor dirt and yellowing to surface. Light and sporadic craquelure throughout work with some more concentrated areas in the upper half of canvas. A few areas of very small flaking and paint loss. Examination under UV light shows a small area of overpainting at left middle edge and in lower right corner. Additional images available upon request.

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John Moir,(Scottish, 1775-1857)

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John Moir,
(Scottish, 1775-1857)