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E358 | Extremely Rare British Masterpieces

Sun, Oct 4, 2020 05:00PM EDT
Lot 73

16th Century Portrait Of Adam The First Man Giuseppe

Estimate: $69,000 - $80,500

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Name: 16th Century Portrait Of Adam The First Man Giuseppe Arcimboldo (1526-1593) Year: 16th Century Size: 40cm x 30cm Medium: Oil Description: Portrait Of Adam, 16th Century School of Giuseppe Arcimboldo (1526-1593) Fine large 16th Century portrait of Adam, the first man, oil on canvas. Stunning early and rare example of Arcimoboldo's Adam which originally was painted as a companion piece to the depiction of Eve. The study shows Adam study book with his face shaped and gnarled by the figures of his decedents following his punishment and expulsion from Eden. The painting has losses as seen and will soon begin its full restoration. Measurements: 40cm x 30cm framed approx