Lot 82
  • 82

Cornelis van Poelenburgh

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Cornelis van Poelenburgh
  • Christ on the road to Emmaus
  • signed with monogram lower centre: C.P.
  • oil on copper

Condition

The copper panel is flat and stable and uncradled. The paint surface is secure although a little thin in places and there is some frame abrasion along the edges. The varnish is a little dirty. Inspection under UV light reveals some localised retouching, particularly lower left. Overeall the painting is in fair condition. Offered in a wood and plaster gilt frame in fair condition.
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