Description:
Continental School, 19th Century
After You/ Courtiers by a Staircase
Signed and dated "J. Streckler 18..." beneath the balusters c.r.
Oil on canvas, 21 3/8 x 18 in. (54.3 x 46.0 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure, areas of skinning, with a possible inscription in red at the base of the staircase.
Estimate $800-1,200
Possible remnants of an insription in red at the base of the stair and newell post.
The date after the artist's signature would appear to be 184... but it is difficult to read.
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