Huntington L.I. Estate & Lifetime Collection!
Apr 25, 2020
USA
 179 TEMPLE HILL ROAD, NEW WINDSOR, NEW YORK 12553
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LOT 30:

Old Master Painting Miniature Treasure

Sold for: $325
Start price:
$ 250
Estimated price:
$500-$800
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Old Master Painting Miniature Treasure
Titled and signed; 'Cleopatra de Guido Reni' . The artist signed under this, looks to be or close to; G. Nordelli. a small i above and after the G indicates Giovanni or Gianelli. A particularly early, superb quality and generous sized painting on natural tusk panel, 4" x 5". Loosely based on the Italian Renaissance masterpiece, the semi nude Cleopatra as St. Mary Magdeline, with brussel sprouts and snake, the original concept by the great Italian Renaissance artist  Guido Reni, (1575-1642) this fine miniature, under glass,  a differing rendition by a very fine artist. This 18th century miniature has a nice, more modern gold leafed frame, the natural tusk panel has a few vertical tight cracks, no restorations or effect to its appearance and appeal. A true cabinet gem, a keeper*******This, an item from a local elder, older than his 60 years, up until this past month, a very active, eclectic and constant collector. Responding to recent health news, he has chosen our gallery to undertake the disposal of his formidable collections, thousands of good to rare things covering mostly fine to rare antiques and art properties. Mostly never seen or offered, from all the many world cultures and age periods. With a free hand towards valuations beyond reasonable results for this client, by such now and future auction offerings and further, the suggestion and invitation for any to forward us your specific wants, towards the potential of our brokering of private treaty sales.