CONTINENTAL SCHOOL (19th century). PORTRAIT OF LADY IN PEARLS, oil on canvas - Framed, 50 in. x 39 1/2 in. Estimate $1,000-1,500
Lined; surface dirt and debris with areas of craquelure. Abrasions and scratches to paint surface in several areas: background right and left. One inch hole with paint loss lower left in dress. Discoloration under chin, neck and chest.
UV: Extensive inpainting in background around head, hair that corresponds to large waxed lined area verso. Scattered areas of inpainting lower margin.
