Lot 986 , Attributed to Barent Gael (1630-1681) Figures beside a tavern, 18.5 x 23.5in.

Attributed to Barent Gael (1630-1681)
oil on canvas,
Figures beside a tavern,
18.5 x 23.5in.
Estimate £1,500-2,000

Oil on canvas relined 30 years ago or more, canvas remains tight although paint now looks rather dry, with a fine craquelure throughout which is just starting to lift, also very dirty, no sign of any significant overpainting possibly a hint top left corner, and a spot in the sky above the roof of the house, apparently unsigned, in an old grubby gilt frame with attribution plaque on it. No labels or inscriptions verso.


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Sold for £2,000