large oil painting of Christ and lambs

By maxieandharry, 31 January, 2009
Description

This is a picture of Christ holding a lamb with lambs at his feet. seems to be an outside scene. The frame is gold, ornate and heavy. This painting has been in the family since the late 1800's. Purchased in France.

Category
Paintings
Medium
oil paint, canvas, 1890 french gold frame
Distinguishing marks
f parer
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
painting-13 x 19 about, frame is larger
Date Period
1890
Weight
heavy
History
inherited from my great aunt, she bought it in France around the turn of the century 1890
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
Photos

cdmking

15 years 10 months ago

When it comes to art, the best thing to do is to contact your local museum or go to library

and check out books on French Artists of the 19th Century. Your work may be listed there.

Christie's New York will gladly look at your painting without charging you, if it is something that

they deal in and they very much deal in 19th Century French Paintigs.  Don't be shy, but make sure

you contact the person in charge of their European Collection.  What ever you do, do not sell it 

without a proper appraisal from a reputable Appraiser.  You could also join an Art Community, such as AskArt.com and pay their monthly fee ($29.95) and you can place a Free Ad with them and see what response you receive.  Just remember to check out who ever is offering to buy it off you. 

Don't ship your painting off to anyone for a closer inspection, unless it is a reputable Museum, or Auction House.  

Good Luck,

Carmen

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