(lot of 2) Anglo-Dutch School oil on canvas paintings, Portraits of Noblewomen, bearing the coat of arms of the Van Spaen family, sight: approx 62.75"h, 50"w, overall: 67"h, 54.25"w; 66lbs total

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In my opinion regarding:  4222-Pardon the glare of the overhead lighting, at this late time, I am unable to view the backs of the paintings, both are likely relined, a UV examination reveals heavy old varnish, craquelure and evidence of in painting scattered throughout both

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1. The figure in the red dress shows some inpainting, particularly along edges of work, at upper left side, left clouds, and to the rear of figures head, there are some minute abrasions

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2.  The figure in the green dress, this work appears to have a heavy coat of varnish, I further note, and minor inpainting, mostly concentrated to the edges, there are a few very small abrasions, lower right and then near figures pearl bracelet, there’s a small spot that fluoresces under UV light that may have been a former tiny hole stabilized with relining<br>

I am not an expert on such works, please let me know if you have specific questions. I have taken many full-size images for your review <br>

frames show some nicks, rubs and wear

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