Lot Essay
A portrait of the artist is reflected in the glass vase of the second painting.
Property of
COUNTESS DONINA CICOGNA-MOZZONI
Paolo Porpora* (died 1673)
Details
Paolo Porpora* (died 1673)
Frogs, Lizards and Butterflies at the foot of a Tree by a Stream, a Lion hunt beyond; and Frogs, Lizards and Butterflies at the foot of a glass Vase with Poppies, a resting Cat nearby, Shepherds conversing beyond
oil on canvas
13¾ x 17¾in. (35 x 45cm.)
A Pair (2)
Frogs, Lizards and Butterflies at the foot of a Tree by a Stream, a Lion hunt beyond; and Frogs, Lizards and Butterflies at the foot of a glass Vase with Poppies, a resting Cat nearby, Shepherds conversing beyond
oil on canvas
13¾ x 17¾in. (35 x 45cm.)
A Pair (2)