Jean-Charles Meissonier (French, 1848-1917) Two Cavaliers Relaxing in a Tavern

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Jean-Charles Meissonier (French, 1848-1917)

Two Cavaliers Relaxing in a Tavern
Signed and dated "Charles Meissonier fils/1871" l.r.
Oil on canvas, 18 3/8 x 15 1/8 in. (46.5 x 38.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure, surface grime.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

The lining is adhered with wax and was, perhaps done to repair 2 half-dollar sizes tears: one to the collar and hat of the standing figure and one well above the head of the other figure. There are minor additional dots and dashes of retouch. The craquelure is stable.


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