A portrait of Roxelana (Haseki Hurrem Sultan, 1506-58), by a follower of Titian, Northern Europe, late 16th/early 17th century

oil on panel, with inscription to top left-hand corner 'BIANCKE . ROSA - FIOLA . SOLIMANO', framed, old collection labels to reverse and in white '3329'

49.5 by 38.5cm.

Condition Report:
The surface with slight retouching and overpainting, notably to forehead and cheek, under UV investigation, one can see a vertical line down the centre, the frame with some nicks and wear, as viewed.

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