1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
United States
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is a full-service auction gallery strategically located on Miami Circle in the historic Buckhead district of Atlanta, one of the Southeastern United States’ largest commercial and financial centers. The gallery is owned and operated by Robert Ahlers and his wife Chr...Read more
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$50,000 | $5,000 |
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$500,000 | $50,000 |
May 3, 2015 - May 4, 2015
American School, 19th century. "Portrait of a Priest", oil on canvas, signed lower right "R. Berteaux". Painting depicts a priest at bust length wearing black drape and white collar with black zucchetto to his head, a slightly downturned chin reveals a stern expression and furrowed brow. Framed approximately 19" x 17", unframed approximately 10" x 8".
Painting on original canvas and not relined. No signs of rips, tears or holes. Oxidation to back of canvas and stretcher commensurate with age of work. Under black light examination, greenish hue from older varnish coat. Light craquelure however paint layer stable without signs of lifting. Little to no signs of retouches or in-painting.
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