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French School Early 19th Century Oil - The Sailor s Wife

Early 19th Century

$907
£692.57
€788.51
CA$1,273.57
A$1,392.26
CHF 736.57
MX$16,660.66
NOK 9,371.79
SEK 8,578.93
DKK 5,889.71

About the Item

A charming example of early 19th-century French folk art depicting a young woman in a striking red dress. Symbols throughout the composition suggest the woman is a sailor's wife. Wearing an anchor pendant around her neck and holding forget-me-nots in both hands, the clothing serves as an indication of her devotion to her husband at sea. Unsigned. Well presented in a wooden frame with gilt-painted outer edges. On canvas laid to panel.
  • Creation Year:
    Early 19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Craquelure on the canvas surface stable cracking to the panel beneath. Varnish discoloration causes slight color changes. Restoration includes overpainting to the woman s headscarf. Light marks minor paint loss present throughout the composition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Corsham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: sq4371stDibs: LU881316441192

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