DESCRIPTION: An antique oil on canvas painting featuring an Oriental motif. Depicts a rendering of a turban wearing man, seated on the ground while staring at a knife he has wielded in his hands in front of his face. Set in a dimly lit room and signed on the bottom illegibly. Signature begins: " S Lu.....". Set in a gilded wood rococo motif frame with a lamp along the top that illuminates the painting.
PROVENANCE: Acquired from the estate of Rev. John J. Mericantante. For a further information and biography: follow the following link : https://www.akibaantiques.com/blog/2016/11/rev-john-j-mericantante/
CIRCA: 18th-19th Ct.
ORIGIN: Continental
DIMENSIONS:(With Frame) H:26" L:20.75" (Without Frame)H:19.5" L:14.75"
CONDITION: Great condition, there appears to be two repairs that have been patched on the back, although not visible along the front. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.