Ecole hollandaise, monogrammé B.M.: Compagnie paysanne chantante, huile sur panneau, 17ème siècle

Work: 33,6 x 31,7 cm

Frame: 44,5 x 42,2 cm

The monogram 'B.M.' stands for the Dutch genre painter Bartolomeus Molenaer (about 1610-1650). The work fits nicely into the oeuvre of the artist, who painted numerous peasant companies that were having fun (link).

Provenance: Private collection, Belgium.

Condition: (UV-checked)

- The painting without doubt in good and hangable condition.

- The usual and negligible wear to the borders due to the framing.

- The background at the left top with some very minor damage and some minor overpaint.