Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723)
| Artist Name | Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723) |
|---|---|
| Title | Portrait of a Boy with Bird |
| Description | This stunning 17th century Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed to Godfrey Kneller. Painted circa 1680 it is a superb full length portrait of a blonde haired boy holding a struggling bird. He is bare foot and dressed in a white shirt with gold shawl around him. In the background is a blue drape. There is lovely detail and brushwork in his facial features and vibrant colouring. This a superb 17th century Old Master oil painting housed in a lovely frame. |
| Provenance | Two ascribed labels verso Christie's stamp verso. |
| Medium | Oil on Canvas |
| Size | 28 x 36 inches |
| Frame | Housed in an ornate frame, 43 inches by 35 inches approx. |
| Condition | Good condition. |
| Biography | Sir Godfrey Kneller, 1st Baronet (born Gottfried Kniller; 8 August 1646 – 19 October 1723), was the leading portrait painter in England during the late 17th and early 18th centuries, and was court painter to English and British monarchs from Charles II to George I. |
| Price | £6000 |
