Lot 237
  • 237

Hermann Eichler

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Hermann Eichler
  • The Madonna of the needy
  • signed Eichler lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 297 by 150cm., 117 by 59in.

Condition

Original canvas. There are strokes of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, notably in the virgin's green cloak and in the back of the throne behind her, with an opaque varnish in places, a 12cm vertical unrepaired tear in extreme lower left, and minor surface dirt. Overall the work is in fair condition. Unframed.
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