$800
After Barent (Barend) Gael (Dutch, c. 1630-1698) Two Genre Scenes of Figures Before an Inn Unsigned, inscribed "I VOW Fecit na 'B.GAAL'/1754/on original canvas" on the stretcher. Oil on canvas, 11 1/8 x 14 in. (28.5 x 35.5 cm), framed. Condition: Lined, craquelure, probable old retouch, varnish discoloration, minor surface grime. Provenance: The collection of Dr. Howard P. Diamond, M.D., New York, a prominent nasal plastic surgeon. N.B. The inscription on the stretchers suggests that these paintings date from 1754 and are copies of 17th century scenes by Barent Gael. The Collection of Dr. Howard P. Diamond.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-01-27