Lot 131
  • 131

Follower of Pieter Casteels III

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Pieter Casteels III
  • a cockerel, hens, chicks, pigeons and other fowl in a park landscape
  • oil on canvas

Condition

The canvas has a firm relining. The paint surface is secure with craqulure throughout and under a somewhat dirty varnish. Inspcetion under UV reveals scattered retouchings. Overall in fair condition. Offered in a wood and plaster frame gilt frame in fair condition with some minor losses.
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