Lot 440 , Follower of Caspar Netscher (1639-1684) Portrait of a Nobleman, 16 x 13in. ex Collection Earl of Rosebery

Follower of Caspar Netscher (1639-1684)
oil on canvas
Portrait of a Nobleman, standing small three-quarter length, in armour, wearing the Order of Joanita and holding a commander's baton
16 x 13in. ex Collection Earl of Rosebery
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Relined many years ago. Canvas remains tight, paint a little dirty with some fine but stable craquelure scattered throughout. Modern gilt frame.
Christie's label '71, 20.10.95' verso and stencil PG505.
Provenance; The Earl of Rosebery, Mentmore, Leighton Buzzard, Beds. Christie's 5 May 1939 lot 104 as 'Netscher' - 10gns to Dufty.


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Sold for £1,800