18th C. Continental European Scene, Oil on Canvas

Masterful oil painting of an outdoor scene in which a group of noblemen have stopped at a wayside inn to have their horse's shoe checked. Several charming vignettes include a washerwoman laying out laundry, dogs scratching around, beggars begging, and a shepherd overseeing the flock. Painting appears to be unsigned, has been relined, in restored condition.Overall size: 21 x 25 1/2 in.Sight size: 15 1/4 x 19 1/2 in.