February 24-26th 2017 Premier Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/24/2017
The portrait of an Imperial German military officer, probably a general [three stars on epaulettes] wearing a single-breasted black or navy blue frock coat. The uniform has a stand-up collar and is profusely embroidered in bullion with the sleeve facings done en suite. He is holding a chapeau in his left hand. The picture measures 11-1/2" x 14" and is framed in a gold-finished oval frame with a crown, “L” cypher and oak leaf wreath at top. Beaded edge. The painting is signed in red at bottom: J.Cossyil. Pt. Showing wear and age patina with some elements broken or repaired. Surface of painting with scratches and voids. Painting held in place by tape on back of frame.