Circle of Jan Frans van Bloemen, called Orrizonte (1662-1749)
A classical landscape with shepherds watering sheep at a pool
Details
Circle of Jan Frans van Bloemen, called Orrizonte (1662-1749)
A classical landscape with shepherds watering sheep at a pool
oil on canvas
19.5/8 x 37.5/8 in. (49.8 x 95.5 cm.)
Provenance
Acquired by Adrian Jones (1845-1938), the sculptor, and by descent to his grandson.
Adrian Brookholding-Jones (d.1989), by whom bequeathed to his cousin the present owner.
Lot Essay
Adrian Jones, who formed his collection during his travels in Italy, is best known today for his statue, the Peace Quadriga, on top of Decimus Burton's arch on Constitution Hill.