$469
Flemish School, 17th Century Madonna and Child, Half-length View Unsigned, inscribed "H. van Balen" on the back of the mount. Graphite on laid paper (marked with grid for transfer), 4 1/2 x 3 7/8 in. (11.3 x 9.7 cm), unframed. Condition: Sheet laid down on wove paper support, defining outlines incised with sharp graphite, minor staining, support sheet hinged along left edge to French mount. Estimate $400-600 The inscription is not specific as to which van Balen it refers: Hendrik van Balen, II (Flemish,1623-1661) or Hendrik van Balen, I (Flemish,1575-1632). Both artists painted religious subjects although they seem to have been more typical of the younger artist. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-11-30