UNKNOWN ARTIST, oil on canvas, half-length portrait, Gustav Vasa (1496-1560) depicted in his 50s. Painting executed, during the late 17th century, or early 18th century.

Description

Inscription in upper right corner GVSTAV9 R S for Rex Svecia, King of Sweden. On verso marked No. 1 within circle, and something that could be the conservator's marking. Frame inscription on the back, Fredriksson. Lund. in 1940.
Frame dimensions
Height 85 cm.
Width 69.5 cm.
Image surface
Height 68.5 cm.
Width 52.7 cm.Show more

Condition

Age-related wear, crackling, the canvas is doubled, and it has had two holes. Older retouching, and most recent preservation done around the year 1940. At the same time, the painting is likely to have been given its current frame. Any flaking on the surface finish of the frame.

Theme

Auctionet Spring Fine Art Sale