Male Portrait, Oil on Canvas, Framed

Description

Oil on canvas.The portrait of a gentleman is accompanied by the writing at the top left 'Paulus Castellanus Sanator'.The word … more Oil on canvas.The portrait of a gentleman is accompanied by the writing at the top left 'Paulus Castellanus Sanator'.The word Castellanus could be the surname, very widespread and identifying the inhabitant of a castle, not necessarily the lord but a member of the family.The term Sanator identifies the man as a healer, the family doctor.The painting is presented in an ancient frame. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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