Bidspirit auction | Martinus Schildt, 19th C. Watercolor-Village

Martinus Schildt, 19th C. Watercolor-Village Woman - Item/Description: 19th Century signed watercolor by Dutch artist, Martinus (Martin) Schildt. Somber depiction of kerchiefed village woman in period clothing bending over a bucket. Cat in the corner with a tree branch in its claws. Artist signed and dated lower left: M. Schildt, '97. Period painted baroque stepped frame. Martin Schildt was a Dutch painter and draftsman and received the Royal Grant for Painting (1893-1897) for four consecutive years . [4] In 1895 he won a competition from the Rotterdam academy Material: Oil on canvas/ gilt wood frame/glass. Dimensions: Image size: Height: 19 1/2”; Width: 13 1/2”. Framed: Height: 28”; Width: 22”. Condition: Excellent. Art not examined out of frame. Areas of loss to frame, backing coming away from frame at back. Age: 1897. Provenance: Private Estate. Shipping: $125 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.