19th-Century German School, Study Of A Man’s Head

19th-Century German School, Study Of A Man’s HeadThis late 19th century oil study depicts an older gentleman with a headdress and substantial beard. Its possibly an academic piece. Great portraits extend beyond the aesthetic. They trick the mind into believing theres more to an image than simply a two dimensional representation. Theres spirit in good portraiture, a quality thats distinctly other worldly. You may feel the same, you sense a connection with a piece but you cant describe how it makes

earning him a prominent place in the hearts of local citizens

1910Labels & Inscriptions: Inscribed on reverse

A fine 19th-century oil painting after a work by Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) and Jan Wildens (1586-1653)

Signed _R Wing

perhaps in Marne

The table is blessed with a divine light as the mother cuts bread for the evening meal

This charming old portrait has accumulated various layers of wear over time giving it an interesting worn appearance

A 17th-century Neapolitan School depiction of the Assumption Of San Gennaro

produced ‘The anatomy of the bones

Breathe it in

which later became the Worcester City and County Fine Arts Association

Portraits of this enigmatic character hardly ever surface and those that do are generally held in museums