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18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Painting Episode from the life of Diogenes

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Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Good quality non-coeval copy of a painting by Salvator Rosa exhibited at the National Art Museum in Copenhagen. Oil artwork on canvas depicting an episode from the life of Diogenes of Sinope. One day the philosopher saw a child drinking water in the hollow of his hand and, struck by the simplicity of the gesture, threw away his bowl convinced of the need to reduce human needs to the bare minimum. 20th century carved and gilded wooden frame, beautifully decorated. Painting that has undergone a conservative restoration with relining, replacement of the frame and color recovery in some small points, overall in a good state of conservation. Sight size H 73 X W 59 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.23 in (92 cm)Width: 31.11 in (79 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Painting that has undergone a conservative restoration with relining, replacement of the frame and color recovery in some small points, overall in a good state of conservation. Wear consistent with age and use. Painting that has undergone a conservative restoration with relining, replacement of the frame and color recovery in some small points, overall in a good state of conservation.
  • Seller Location:
    Vicoforte, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 92751stDibs: LU1848339305572
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