16th century English old master painting depicting an Elizabethan courtyard in an extensive landscape. Courtyard depicting various sporting themes including tennis, archery, and a ring game. Various figures include orientalist and royalty. Oil on oak panel. 3 splits to oak panel repaired with dutchmen. Semi cradled back. 2 early collector's seals. Craquelure and inpaint. Sight: 23.5 x 31in. Overall: 29.5 x 37in. Probably purchased from Nordest Galleries. Provenance: From a longtime Boston collector's estate of over 40 years together with family items. Owner was a friend of Michael Filides at Nordest Gallery and purchased many of their pieces there. This lot and lots 203A, 228A, 233, 296A and 300, were removed from our April 24th Auction on the day of the sale by the acting attorney for the consignor. They are being offer now for the first time at our October 2nd auction.