Jacob De Wit (Amsterdam, 1695 - 1754)

Jacob De Wit (Amsterdam, 1695 - 1754) attributable/workshop Pair of cherubs with a garland of flowers 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 masks, 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, on the other hand, must have clumsily broken the thread that held its end, and is sitting sullenly with a torch and a tear running down his chubby cheek. Given the stylistic characteristics and compositional taste, the work is attributable to the Flemish artist Jacob de Wit (Amsterdam, 1695 - 1754), or to an author from his workshop, with his typical triumphant and opulent style, which .... (full details directly on our website LINK) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The work is sold complete with a pleasant golden frame and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and descriptive iconographic sheet. We handle 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 gallery in Riva del Garda, 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/