(Possibly 17th century) Portrait of a Lady, possibly Marie Mancini, wearing drop pearl earrings, a pearl necklace, a loose gown and holding a dove, unsigned, oil on canvas, 31 x 29 in.; 19th century gilt wood and composition frame,. Condition: lined with paste and linen, crackle, craquelure, areas of overcleaning with hair mostly affected , retouch with most in background, stretcher marks; frame with losses and abrasions. Notes: The niece of Cardinal Mazarin, she was a noblewoman of Italian birth and the early love interest of Louis XIV. The two were forbidden to marry by the Cardinal and Louis's mother. It is fabled that Louis XIV gave her the pearl drop earrings. Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Private Collection, Greenville, South Carolina lined with paste and linen, crackle, craquelure, areas of overcleaning with hair mostly affected , retouch with most in background, stretcher marks; frame with losses and abrasions