Description:
Manner of Frans Francken II (Flemish, 1581-1642)
Adoration of the Magi
Unsigned.
Oil on canvas, 15 3/4 x 12 in. (40.0 x 30.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure, scattered minor paint losses, varnish discoloration.
Estimate $300-500
With regard to a very similar composition (Skinner 3248B, Lot 200),experts from the RKD noted links to the work of Frans Francken II as follows: ... the winter landscape in the background, the softness of the face of Mary and the heads and gestures of the kings and Joseph..." https://www.skinnerinc.com/auctions/3248B/lots/200
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Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
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Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
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Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
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European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.