(possibly16th/17th century)
Portrait of a Gentleman, dated 1585, possibly of Stephen Beckingham (circa 1550-1611) of Tolleshunt Major, Essex, partial inscription with date upper left, oil on oak panel, 17-1/4 x 10-1/2 in.; reverse profile gilt wood and composition frame, 23-1/4 x 16-5/8 x 2 in.
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
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Private North Carolina Collection
two periods of retouch affecting over 50% of surface, panel reduced at three edges, craquelure, areas overcleaned; frame with wear
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