December 19-20, 2022 Fine & Decorative Arts
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/20/2022
C. 1835. An absolutely stunning vintage early 19th century oil on canvas painting entitled "La Promenade," attributed to Sir David Wilkie. Depicting sweeping highlands acting as a dramatic backdrop to an elderly man positioned in the foreground. The man is shown promenading a small black pony with his young daughter sitting upon it. Featured in the foreground are the three family pets. This painting is well defined with beautifully costumed figures and detailed with marvelous animals. Colors of the painting are vivid and sharp. Painting is signed in the lower-right corner. This masterpiece is framed in a magnificent gold gilted ornate molded wood frame. Condition: The canvas is very clean and has very minor age-related craquelure, with some old repairs and touch-ups in the middle margin. Frame shows some minor wear commensurate with age and use, some cracking and chipping, otherwise good. Comes with certificate of authenticity. Provenance: This original work of art was acquired from W. & J. Sloane, 414 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York.
This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.Item Dimensions: Frame: 36" x 3 - 1/8" x 47 - 1/2".
Artist
Sir David Wilkie (Scottish, 1785 - 1841), attributed.
Signature
Lower-right "D. Wilkie".
Frame
Gold gilted molded wood frame.
Paperwork
Certificate of authenticity.
Work Size
24 - 1/8" x 36".