AFTER FRANCIS VAN BOSSUIT (1635-1692), NETHERLANDISH, 18TH CENTURY , | Bacchante and two Satyrs

Surface dirt throughout, notably in the crevices, and stable hairline splitting visible in some places consistent with the age of the material. Slightly darker spots are visible in some places, notably in the crevices and in the baclkground, probably due to humidity. Otherwise in overall good condition. The ebony marquetry frame with minor dents, notably along the edges, consistent with age and handling.
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This relief is an adaptation of the model of Susanna and the Elders carved by Bossuit circa 1680-1690 (J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, inv. no. 2011.12). This subject has been engraved by Barend Graat and published by Matthijs Pool in 1727, in an album of engravings after Bossuit's works.