Follower of Tiziano Vecellio, called Titian, 17th Century

The canvas has an effective relining. The paint surface is generally secure and under a thick discoloured varnish. There are several ares of abrasion. Inspection under UV light reveals extensive old retouchings. Offered in a later wood and plaster frame in reasonable condition.
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A 17th century copy after Titian's original in the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence (see H. Wethey, The Complete Paintings of Titian, vol. III, The Mythological and Historical Paintings, London 1975, pp. 203-4, cat. no. 54, reproduced plates 72 & 73).