17th/18th century Flemish painting,Edward Lubin and Sothebys provenance.

Davids notes: A large and beautiful 17th/18th century Flemish painting of a still life with Macaw, with outstanding provenance.This lot was originally sold in a 1977 Old Master Sale in Sothebys New York,16 June 1977(lot 155),as attributed to Jacob Bogdani, and then later in July of 1992 at Sothebys London sale of Old Master paintings, lot 321,catalogued as Still Life with flowers and Parrot for 9499 pounds or approximately 15,000.00(USD) at the time, described as in the manner of Pieter Boel. Lubin writes in a letter in 1994 that he feels the painting is 18th century.The painting measures 37 inches by 45 inches. Several letters from Edward Lubins estate, discussing the painting, will be included in this sale with this lot.

Good condition overall. While most 17th and 18th century paintings have undergone approximately 10% to 15% restoration over the surface, we did not notice any repairs or restoration. The painting is sold as is, however, no guarantees of condition are included in this sale.