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F. Fountaine - Fine Framed 1895 Oil, Knitting by the Fire

1895

$870
£662.50
€756.54
CA$1,222.46
A$1,341.27
CHF 706.52
MX$15,955.81
NOK 9,050.38
SEK 8,264.24
DKK 5,652.07

About the Item

A woman sits beside a fireplace knitting in this intimate domestic scene. A cat by her feet completes the homely atmosphere. The artist employs a warm palette throughout the composition. Signed and dated to the lower left. Well presented in an ornate gilt frame. On canvas on stretchers.
  • Creation Year:
    1895
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.39 in (97.5 cm)Width: 30.52 in (77.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Overall in good condition. Discolouration to the varnish. Marks and scuffs to the frame. Small losses to the running patterns.
  • Gallery Location:
    Corsham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: sq8091stDibs: LU881316754512

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