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Italian School, 17th Century Christ at the Column oil on canvas, in a Bolognese frame 100 x 74cm (39 x 29in)

The painting was at one time thought to be by Guido Reni or his School. Oil on canvas which has been lined. There are deformations due to old tears, for example in the background above the sitter. The painting has suffered from extensive wear and flaking which has been secured through lining. There is wholesale overpaint across the surface covering some of the historic damage. The varnish is semi-matte and prone to easily scuffing. There is a layer of dust present. There are losses and flaking to the gilding on the frame.

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