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François Backvis
Antique Flemish Oil on Panel Francois Backvis Shepherd Sheep Flock Painting 1880

Circa 1880

$2,600
£1,987.18
€2,290.38
CA$3,723.70
A$4,081.06
CHF 2,131.21
MX$48,968.03
NOK 26,760.96
SEK 25,207.83
DKK 17,103.28

About the Item

A good antique oil on panel landscape painting by the Flemish artist, Francois Backvis (1857-1926). The painting circa 1880 depicting the parable of the lost sheep from the gospels of Matthew & Luke. The painting shows a stormy landscape with the shepherd and his flock, the shepherd is holding the lost sheep under his arm in front of a large stone crucifix. The painting is in excellent condition and is housed in a gilded gesso frame. Framed: 23.25" tall x 28" wide x 1.5" deep At Site: 18" tall x 22.75" wide 14lbs
  • Creator:
    François Backvis (1857 - 1926, Belgian)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1880
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Portland, OR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BB-87801stDibs: LU1366210889992

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