(Anonymous, 17th century)
Half portrait of a woman in a ruff collar, a pearl decorated coif, gold brocade bodice, and fine gold chain necklace with rosette, circa 1625, unsigned, oil on canvas, 26-1/2 x 20-3/4 in.; carved and gilt wood frame, 32-1/2 x 27 x 3-1/2 in.
Provenance: Joseph W. Towle, Jr. and Patience Ellwood Towle, Raewood Farm, Chesterfield, Missouri; By descent in family
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Joseph W. Towle, Jr. and Patience Ellwood Towle, Raewood Farm, Chesterfield, Missouri; By descent in family
lined with wax and linen, restretched on new stretcher, retouch, crackle, craquelure; frame with wear to gilt surface, abrasions, pest damage, reinforced with newer back frame Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.