Small Painting oil on canvas of Man Playing Cello

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Description

Small painting depicting an older man in a room playing the cello. The artist's signature appears to be J. (or perhaps G.) Melchion or Malchior and it is unusually placed in the top right corner as well as on the back of the painting. Its original frame is rather large and ornate. See attached images.

Category Paintings

Medium oil on canvas

Distinguishing marks appears to be first letter J. and last name Melchion or Melchior

Condition Mint

Size and dimensions of this item Small: 21cm x 15.5cm

Date Period late 1800s

History Received it by my father who collects all sorts of art. Was not given any background history on the piece.

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Price Paid (If known) received by father (original price unknown)

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