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Ernest Procter
The Mischievous Boy

c.1925

About the Item

Presenting an extremely rare, early oil painting by English artist Ernest Procter. Ernest Procter was classically trained and extensively exhibited throughout his lifetime. Procter lived only until the age of 49; there are few paintings by Procter known to exist, particularly of this quality and size. "The Mischievous Boy", is an original allegorical/symbolist painting depicting, "Cupid", god of affection and love, embracing and being embraced by a kneeling maiden. The painting is an original oil on canvas, signed, c.1925, residing within the original artists hand painted frame. This painting was exhibited in 1926 at the royal Academy in London, and again in the United States and the Carnegie Museum. Please contact our gallery for additional information.
  • Creator:
    Ernest Procter (1886 - 1935, British)
  • Creation Year:
    c.1925
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 44 in (111.76 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    West Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU130143124

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