oil on relined canvas; unsigned, with plaque inscribed "Pierre Antoine Patel 1648 - 1707" 31 x 40 in. (78.7 x 101.6 cm.), Frame: 40 x 50 in. (101.6 x 127 cm.)

Extremely faint linear impressions along upper and right edges. A diagonal area of inpainting to the center of canvas, approximately 12 inches. Another area of inpainting along the right edge. Numerous minor touchups scattered throughout. No tears or punctures. The Condition Report states Abell Auction's reasonable opinion as to the lot?s general condition in the terms stated in the particular report, and Abell does not represent or guarantee that a Condition Report includes all aspects of the internal or external condition of the Lot. Abell does not owe the buyer any obligation to report on the condition of the lot and makes no guarantee the condition will be given for the lot. Abell attempts to provide accurate descriptions and images of products online. It is the buyer's responsibility to review all of the information provided about a lot before placing a bid. The buyer acknowledges that the products are sold on an ?as-is? basis.