Genre Scene, 1700s-1800s, Grass Juice Painting

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Painted with grass juice on canvas. The scene, set in the 18th century, features a wealthy lady seated at her … Read more Painted with grass juice on canvas. The scene, set in the 18th century, features a wealthy lady seated at her dressing table, reading a letter, while her maid offers her jewelry. A few cherubs hover above, lending an allegorical meaning to the scene. The canvas requires cleaning. It is presented in a late 19th-century frame. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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