Lot 20
“Portrait of Eleonora Christina Wiesner”, attributed to J. M. Diehl, mid-18th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Oil on canvas, lined. The lining canvas bears the inscription “Eleonora Christina / Wiesnern Ætat: 2 / J M Diehl Pinx: Ao: 1752”. Full-length portrait of Eleonora Christina Wiesner, identified by the inscription as two years old, seated on a chair. A red carnation in her left hand; three further flowers on the floor. Craquelure throughout the paint layer, with abrasion and scattered losses. Numerous scratches. Ultraviolet light reveals retouching throughout, particularly to the face, clothing and backrest. Frame with abrasion and losses to the finish. Image dimensions 74.5 × 61 cm, framed dimensions 81.5 × 68 cm. Diehl is documented as a portrait painter and draughtsman in Frankfurt am Main between 1742 and 1748.Condition: III + Questions about the lot?
