L. Muller | After Bartolome Esteban Murillo (1618-1682)

“Trauben- und Melonenesser,” (Grape and Melon Eaters) c. 1900s
Oil on Canvas
42" x 58" Unframed
 
After Bartolome Esteban Murillo (1618-1682) “Trauben- und Melonenesser,” um 1645; original at Alte Pinakothe, Munich, Germany.
 
About Copies: The practice of copying Old Masters is a well-understood and longstanding part of Western artistic education. In essence, it is the way one artist tries to gain insight into another's secrets. A copy of a master's painting is also an alternative for a patron/collector to aquire a museum quality painting .
 
Signed Front Lower Right “L. Muller ~ München.”
Good Condition: Majority restored however, canvas is thin. Three minor paint loss marks on the canvas surface. Previous patches can be seen from the verso. Concervation notes can be provided.
Provenance: Private Hamilton Collection