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May 2005 Fine Art & Antiques

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48. Unknown Artist (Continental School, circa 19th Century)

Elegant portrait after a self portrait by the Flemish master Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641). Oil on canvas, framed. Depicts a man in 3/4 view in wide brimmed had and black cloak. The sitter wears the trademark short beard named for the artist. Background is mottled. A copy of the earlier portrait. Canvas measures apprx 32-1/2"H x 23-1/2"W. In bronze painted frame, entire item measures apprx 40-1/2"H x 31-1/2"W. Red wax seal on lower left of verso.



400/600   Sold $287.50
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