Hermann Kaulbach (German, 1846–1909), Portrait of an Old Man

Oil on canvas, with monogram at lower right, preparatory sketch to canvas verso, inscribed in an unknown later hand to stretcher, in antique giltwood frame.

SS 23.5 x 19.25 in.; DOA 34.25 x 30.25 in.

From the Collection of Mr. Friedrich Hessler, Raleigh, North Carolina

Previously offered at Hampel Fine Art Auctions in Munich as a portrait of the philosopher Voltaire (June 2005).

Good estate condition; small area of craquelure; some wear to frame.

$1,000 - 3,000