Bidspirit auction | 19th C. Figural Watercolor Painting

19th C. Figural Watercolor Painting - Item/Description: Charming folk art rendering of a Colonial dressed couple and their cat sitting in front of a fire. Unknown artist, no noticeable signature. Written upper right: Scenes - Drinking Smoking. Written in pencil on back: Gil Blas? Gil Blas (or Le Gil Blas) was a Parisian literary periodical named for Alain-Rene Lesage's novel, Gil Blas. It was founded by the sculptor Augustin-Alexandre Dumont in November 1879. Material: Oval watercolor mounted on card stock. Dimensions: Image size: Height: 5 1/4”; Width: 4 1/2”. Overall Height: 6 1/8”; Width: 5 3/8”. Condition: Ink splotches / drips. Age: Circa 19th Century. Provenance: Private Estate. Shipping: $15 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.