Lot 136
  • 136

Jacob Toorenvliet

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

Description

  • Jacob Toorenvliet
  • a girl holding a jug;An old man holding a book
  • the former signed and indistinctly dated upper left: JTF / Ao 16...
  • a pair, both oil on copper

Condition

The paintings are cooler in tone and less red than the catalogue illustrations. The supports are made up of single thin and flat copper plates. The paint surfaces are stable and under discoloured varnishes but otherwise in good condition. Old frmae abrasion is present along the edges. Inspection under UV light reveals very minor retouchings. Offered in rippled frames in fair condition.
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