Leandra Queen of the Amazons, Oil on Canvas, Framed

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Oil on canvas. It depicts a young woman wearing a helmet and chain mail, holding a halberd. Above her is … Read more Oil on canvas. It depicts a young woman wearing a helmet and chain mail, holding a halberd. Above her is her identifying name. The epithet "Amazon" essentially identifies a female warrior, but there is no mention of a character called Leandra. Furthermore, the myth of female warriors, known as Amazons, enjoyed a wide following and inspired a vast artistic and literary production. The painting has been restored and relined in the past. It is presented in a contemporary antique 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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