Austrian, probably Salzburg, circa 1700

Overall the condition of the figures is good. There is wear and some dirt to the surface consistent with age. The paint has been covered and fixed by a later layer of lacquer. There is some naturally occurring stable splitting to both figures, both have a horizontal split running along the back and the proper right elbow of the veiled figure is also slightly split. There are several small losses to the edges of teh drapery, including an overpainted break to the proper left side of the veiled woman. Both forearms of the woman with the hat were carved separately: the joints are slightly visible. Both her hands were reattached at the wrist. Both figures are suspended with help of crossed metal nails at the back.
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