Manner of Francois Boucher (French, 1703-1770) "Allegory of the Arts" oil on canvas unsigned. Framed. 23-1/2" x 39-1/2", framed 33-1/2" x 49-1/2" Provenance: Estate of Norma Crawford Myers, Dallas, Texas.
Estimate $1,000-1,500 **Evidence of past restoration: inpainting center right (above blond hair), center (above hand with feather), lower center right (leg and cloth) and lower left center (leg). Scattered surface abrasions, especially along edges and corners and upper right in sky. Small losses lower left (cloth below hand). Toning of varnish layer. Layer of surface soiling. Frame with surface marks, nicks and abrasions.
Sold for $2,500
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