Two Works: Continental School, 19th Century, Peasant Couple Sharing a Letter

Description:

Two Works:

Continental School, 19th Century, Peasant Couple Sharing a Letter, signed indistinctly "F. Geo. How..." l.r. and inscribed "F.G. Howard" on a presentation plaque, oil on panel, 12 1/4 x 9 3/8 in., framed, (surface loss l.c., scattered paint losses, craquelure with areas of lifting, signature partially abraded, mild surface grime); and Portuguese School, 20th Century, Large Floral Still Life, signed "A. SOARES CAIMA" l.r., oil on canvas, 24 x 30 in., framed, (good).
Estimate $200-250


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