Circa 1650, possibly Gerbrand Van Den Eeckhout (Netherlands, 1621-1674). The piece depicts a nobleman of the period having been precisely executed with precise detail. The oil on canvas piece has a plaque with the sitter's name at the center reading Gerbrand with date of 1621-1674 and with an illegible name as well next to the date. The piece is housed in an 18th century frame most likely. The piece has a very early relining and has been conserved at some point. H9" W7" (canvas and stretcher size without frame) Sold from the collection of a South Carolina gentleman diplomat.