Roman school, late 17th century
Caritas Romana. Unsigned. Oil on canvas. 122×96 cm.
Caritas Romana (Roman charity) is the story of a daughter, Pero, who secretly breastfeeds her father, Cimon, after he is imprisoned and sentenced to starvation. She is betrayed by the prison guard, but her act of mercy impresses the officials and leads to her father's release.
Provenance: In the family of the current owner since 1937.
The canvas has been relined. Minor crackles. Some retouches and reparis.
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Paintings, furniture and varia, 8 April 2024
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