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Follower of Adriaen van Ostade (Dutch, 1610-1685) A Laughing peasant holding a pipe oil on oak panel 29.50 x 25.50cm (12 x 10in)

Dendrology analysis has shown that the panel dates to the 18th Century. Oil on panel. The panel has been extended at the left and bottom edges which seems to be the original construction. There is some losses and cracking along the panel joins. Otherwise the paint layer is stable. There are numerous areas of retouching across the panel, some areas have become slightly lighter and mismatched to the original. The varnish is clear and matte.

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