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Lot Description

Attributed to Norbert Joseph Carl Grund

(Bohemian, 1717–1767)

A Pair of Rococo Scenes

oil on panel

Largest: 7 3/4 x 5 3/4 inches.

We thank Vít Vlnas, Prof. PhD, Charles University Prague, Institute of History of Christian Art, for her assistance confirming the attribution of this painting.

Provenance:
Acquired July 7, 1922, Prague
Thence by descent to the present owner

Condition Report

Largest framed: 10 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches.
Moderate deposits of surface dirt and dust; varnish is heavily discolored; striations from panel splitting evidenced throughout, especially in larger panel; frame abrasions along all edges; larger panel exhibits paint loss in lower left corner; smaller panel has localized area of lifting paint in lower right corner; surfaces of both panels have areas of irregular luster. Under UV light, inpainting scattered throughout each panel. Additional images available upon request.

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