Mystery Artist (19th Century, or possibly earlier). An original antique oil painting on canvas. A Baroque style figural group interior room scene, depicting a young musician figure playing piano for a room of well dressed courtly figures, including the Emperor and Empress of Austria. A large book with the name MOZART on cover is at the pianist's feet, suggesting the boy is the eponymous musical prodigy. Illegible artist signature lower right. Presented in a gilt frame.

Work Size: 23.5 x 37.5 in.

Dimensions: 28.5 X 42 X 1 in.

Condition: Fair condition with moderate age craquelure and surface wear. Having prior restorations on verso. Frame having storage wear to edges and corners. Estate fresh to the market.

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