A tempera painting on wood panel portraying the adoration of the magi adapted to show a knight in armor in attendance, Spanish school. It dates likely somewhere from the late 16th century to the early 17th century. The panel is slightly curved as intended. The surface of the painting has toning from age, soiling, scattered areas of paint loss/worn paint/marks, etc. Repaired fracture down middle of panel, sturdy and ready for display! The back has a coat of black paint to deter insects/wood loss. Please see all photos for condition. This is a conversation piece that will impress viewers! Approximately 21.5” x 12.5” Ships well packed and fully insured!!!!
Antique Painting The Mystical Marriage of St. Catherine XVI Century. Oil on chestnut panel. Central European school, 16th century. The traditional scene shows the Baby Jesus, in the arms of his Mother, with whom he exchanges a tender gaze, preparing to slip the wedding ring onto the finger of Catherine of Alexandria, symbolizing the mystical marriage the young saint desired to enter into with the Divine Child. The saint is depicted, as per her customary iconography, wearing a crown and regal robes and jewels, to emphasize her princely origins. The painting is likely the work of a Flemish artist inspired by Italian models of the 15th and 16th centuries. The panel shows signs of previous restoration.
The aesthetics of this painting was masterly orchestrated. This masterpiece was dated and signed on the upper middle edge but was not able to decipher, probably painted circa 1600s to circa 1800s. The overall traditional mastery of this study, understanding and depiction of flowers portrays sophistication and good taste.
PAINTED ON PAPER. SEXUAL PART HAS BEEN MASKED BY TAPE (REMOVABLE).
She worked as a model, stylist and image consultant. He has been painting since he was 4 years old. UNIQUE work of the series «ORIGINAL PRINT» signed and certified. They were made by the painter in the period between 2000 and 2021.
