The Well Mademoiselle — The Curated Home

Northern Virginia

Photograph

No. 012 · Framed art & prints

Swan, oil on board

  • For a dark wall
  • For the curated look
  • Statement piece

A single mute swan on a dark ground, unsigned, in a gilt slip and black frame.

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Period
Mid 20th century
Measures
16 × 16 in. framed
Condition
Craquelure across the upper ground. Frame has minor knocks.
Provenance
A private estate, Northern Virginia

History

Unsigned animal studies on board were the bread and butter of provincial painters and art-school students alike, and they were bought to hang, not to collect. The good ones are good regardless of whose hand they came from.

Collection & delivery

Collect in person by arrangement in Northern Virginia, or have it delivered anywhere in Northern Virginia and Washington DC. Anything outside that, ask — it usually can be done. How delivery works.

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