Follower of Jan Baptist Weenix

The actual painting is darker in tone and the colours are less bright than the illustration in the catalogue suggests. The canvas is relined. The painter layer somewhat flattened and slightly worn. Paint losses are visible along the edges. Otherwise no major damages are visible and overall the painting is in good condition. The paint layer is under an old and thick varnish layer. Inspection under UV-light is largely impeded by the varnish layer, however minor spots of retouching are visible throughout. Offered in a gilt wood frame, with chips and damages along the four corner ornaments. (JD).
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