Oil on canvas painting, entitled "Talking"; signed Ernesto (Greek/Maltese-Canadian); 40 x 30 inch (101.6 x 76.2 cm). Ernesto Sammut (B. 1957), Summut is of Greek Maltese hertiage. Sammut has lived in South Africa, Greece, Australia and currently resides in Montreal, Canada. As an international collector of antiques and fine arts, Sammut has developed a unique appreciation and understanding of artworks. Summut's paintings often incoporate vivid colours and bold brush strokes. "Talking" is a personal reflection of artists and critics. His paintings are held in private and corporate collections. PROVENANCE: Private collection, Montreal, QC

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