(Flemish, 1610-1690)Musical Party and Elegantesÿon a Garden Terrace, unsigned, early 18th century, remnant of old label and wax seal with monogram "RM" verso , oil on panel, 26-5/8 x 23-3/8 in.; gilt wood and composition frame, 31-5/8 x 27-7/8 inNote:ÿDennis Weller, expert in Northern European art states, "Based on photos, the Teniers the Younger association is certainly clear. I would assign it to a follower of Teniers active in the early 18th century based on some of the clothing details, the palette, and more rococo stylistic touches. An alternative attribution would have the picture assigned to a follower of Matheus van Helmont (1623-1679), who, in turn, was a follower of Teniers."For a similar composition by David Teniers the Younger see the RKD database #1001338189.Provenance: Purchased from French and Company, New York, New York; Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Proceeds to Benefit the Acquisitions Fund
Condition
indentations to panel, retouch, diagonal repair upper right with retouch; frame with losses, resurfaced