Name: "Men Playing Chess" Antique Figurative Oil Painting, Framed
Price: 972 USD
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This fantastic genre painting from the 19th century depicts two military men playing chess in a public hall. Deep in … more This fantastic genre painting from the 19th century depicts two military men playing chess in a public hall. Deep in concentration, they are focused only on the game. Various shades of reds, golds and browns give a cozy richness to the piece. Rare genre find!
The signature appears to read "EH George /99 ". Sourced in Sweden, but probably British in origin.

Medium: Oil on Canvas
Date: 1899
Image Size: 19.5" x 15"
Frame Size: 28" x 24" less

Dimensions: 24ʺW × 2ʺD × 28ʺH

Styles: Figurative; Realism; Traditional

Art Subjects: Figure; Interiors

Frame Type: Framed

Period: Late 19th Century

Country of Origin: Sweden

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Oil Paint; Wood

Condition: Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections

Color: Red

Tear Sheet

Condition Notes: The canvas could be tightened, if desired, it is slightly wavy due to stretching over time. It is not noticeable … moreThe canvas could be tightened, if desired, it is slightly wavy due to stretching over time. It is not noticeable upon hanging on the wall. The paint is in very good condition, with a tiny amount of craquelure in the lower part of the painting. Due to the age, I would think that this piece has been cleaned at some point. A gallery patch was removed from the back of the canvas, with fragments remaining. The painting appears to have been placed on a new stretcher circa 1960s. The frame is gorgeous with the gilt in good condition. There is some separating and cracking at all four corners, see pictures. Despite the cracking, it is still in good structural condition and is sturdy. less

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