Jacob De Wit (Amsterdam, 1695 - 1754)

Jacob De Wit (Amsterdam, 1695 - 1754) attributable / workshop Pair of cherubs with a floral garland   Oil on canvas (91 x 103 cm - Framed 104 x 115 cm) Provenance: Christie’s (London, Old Master Painting 12.12.1996) lot 82   This magnificent composition depicts two cherubs intent on supporting a garland of flowers, placed on a refined architecture with bas-reliefs and mascarons, presumably the top of a fountain.   One of the two cherubs nicely supports part of it with his hands, while turning his head towards the viewer; the second cherub must have clumsily broken the thread that held his end, and is sitting sulking with a torch and a tear streaking his chubby cheek.   The work, given its stylistic characteristics and compositional taste, can be attributed to the Flemish Jacob de Wit (Amsterdam, 1695 - 1754), or to an author from his workshop, with his typical triumphal and opulent style, which.... (full details directly on our LINK website)   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:   The work is sold complete with a pleasant gilded frame and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and a descriptive iconographic sheet.   We take care of and organize the transport of purchased works, both for Italy and abroad, through professional and insured carriers.   Contact us for any information, we will be happy to answer you. It is also possible to see the painting in the Riva del Garda gallery, we will be happy to welcome you to show you our collection of works.   Follow us also on:   https://www.instagram.com/galleriacastelbarco/?hl=it https://www.facebook.com/galleriacastelbarco/