Portrait of a Friesen Woman, Unsigned, Dated 1750
Oil on hand-woven linen. The sitter, a widow, wears a black beaver hat,
a lace-trimmed cloak, and mourning beads. She holds a prayer book,
indicating that she could read - unusual for a woman of her time. The frame
is antique but not original. Note: Friesen, or Friesland, is the northernmost
province of Holland on the North Sea.
This antique 18th century portrait painting measures 33 inches high by 25 and one half inches wide. The images of this antique 18th century painting measures 30 and one quarter inches high by 22 and three quarter inches wide. Excellent original as found condition. Shipping extra. Connecticut residents and buyers picking up in Connecticut add 6% state sales tax. Buyers outside the USA are responsible for any taxes,tariffs or customs that might apply.*** If you wish to see examples of similar items we have sold and/or
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