French School

French School
17th Century
Portrait of Jean de La Fontaine
Oil on canvas, ovoid
23 5/8 x 19 1/2 inches (60 x 49.5 cm)
Provenance:
Private collection, Florida
The poet Jean de La Fontaine was one of the most widely read authors of the 17th century. His Fables are still considered classics of French literature.

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Additional Notes & Condition Report

Glue relined. Scattered touches of restoration to the face; a few touches to the hair at lower center.
(Dimensions of the outside of the frame: 29 x 24 5/8 inches)

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