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Matthijs Bril Oil Painting ?

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By tkruschek, 7 September, 2009
Description

This is a very old oil painting that I believe was painted by Matthijs Bril. It's a landscape of an old man and two children viewing Roman castle ruins with a village in the valley below. The artist definitely had real talent as evidenced by the incredible detail. Matthijs was also referred to as Mattheus or Matthys and was the older brother of Paul Bril. He lived from 1550-1583, was born in Antwerp, Belgium and died in Rome. I saw some of his work on the internet and the distant hills look identical in style, plus a painting by his brother looks like it incorporates the same castle ruins. The three figures look like they are in Italian dress. I would appreciate any additional information or suggestions on how I can get it appraised. If it's the real deal I would like to see it protected for posterity. I consider it to be in very good condition for it's age.

Category
Paintings
Medium
oil on canvas
Distinguishing marks
MBril in lower right corner, MB encircled on tree trunk, M..... Bril on back
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
22 x 30"
Date Period
1570
Weight
approx 50 lbs
History
Purchased on Ebay from someone who got it at an estate sale in Newport, R.I. Looks like it was reframed in the 1880's by F.W. Devoe & Co. in New York
Price Paid (If known)
$250
For Sale?
No
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