Mid-17th-Century Spanish School, Portrait Of A Theologian

Mid-17th-Century Spanish School, Portrait Of A TheologianThis mid 17th century Spanish oil on canvas depicts a dignified man of learning a theologian, or perhaps a cathedral canon. Dressed in a black cassock, marked by a vertical row of red buttons or embroidery, he's evidently a cleric of senior rank. In 17th century Spain, such red trimming was associated with the Faculty of Theology, worn by those who had attained the highest academic degree: the Doctor Theologiae. The square biretta, resting neatly upon

It feels like a lost old master unearthed from a private collection or discovered in a dusty attic

We’re seeing a lady with something on her mind

for the influence of Millet

such as George Stubbs

Or is she simply leaning forwards to ensure that both figures are adequately visible

The historic effects of the natural elements are evident

Thomas and Jane Knight

Born around 1181

1950Provenance: AustriaCondition: Craquelure but the paint is stable

A charming 19th-century French school portrait of a boy with a hoop

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 24½” x 28½” / 62cm x 72cmYear of creation: 1880Provenance: AustriaCondition: Areas of craquelure but the paint layer is stable

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