C2166 | An Assortment of British Masters
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 03:00PM EDT
Lot 101
Dante & Virgil Hell Purgatory Oil Painting
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $0 | $2 |
| $10 | $5 |
| $20 | $15 |
| $50 | $25 |
| $100 | $100 |
| $1,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $25,000 | $1,000 |
| $75,000 | $5,000 |
Year: 19th Century
Size: 95cm x 85cm
Medium: Oil
Description: Fine large 19th Century French scene from the Divine Comedy of Dante and Virgil's journey to hell, oil on canvas. Large scene of Dante and Virgin cross ing the River Styx as the Barque is surrounded by the tormented souls of Hell as the City of the Undead burns in the distance. The composition is almost identical to Delacroix's famous 1822 work. Some dryness to the surface and opportunity to enhance and restore if desired. Signed verso and presented in its original antique gilt frame. Measurements: 95cm x 85cm framed approx
Provenance: A private collection, France
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