Lot 1375 , Heinrich Schlitt (1849-1923) Pixies chasing butterflies and smoking upon a toadstool, 13 x 8in.
Heinrich Schlitt (1849-1923)
pair of oils on canvas,
Pixies chasing butterflies and smoking upon a toadstool,
signed,
13 x 8in.
Estimate £3,000-5,000
Both cleaned, relined and restored approx. 20-30 years ago. Paint a little flat. Some fine but stable craqulure along with a hint of stretcher marks. Varnish looks discoloured.
Later gilt scroll frames.
The work with the butterfly net is signed, the other is not.
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Sold for £3,600