Fine 19th C. Watercolor of Presumed French Dominican Monk hanging lamp banned or encouraged

banned or encouraged

a crack running down the front of his face

A little searching turns up that Italian marble pietra dura "specimen" rulers were a thing

which shows a bare spot surrounded by red paint now--and perhaps that picture functioned as a sort of counterpart to the portrait print of woman in large plumed hat inside

executed in lush

Fine 19th C. Watercolor of Presumed French Dominican Monk hanging lamp banned or encouragedWhether this monk achieved sainthood I am not entirely sure, but I believe his dress and hair style identify him as of the Dominican order, and I believe most likely French. I'm a sucker for a holy painting, and think this small one is pretty exquisite a fine fellow to add to the alter or wall of portraits. 5 5 16 x 2 15 16. Excellent antique condition. 19th c, watercolor on wove, with what looks like a small watermark when held to light.