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“The Assumption of the Virgin” Oil on Canvas After Titian Tiziano

Date: circa 1873

Dimensions:  Height:  97.79 cm ( 38.5  in.),  Width: 50.8 cm ( 20 in.)

Medium:  Painting – oil on canvas

Owner/Location:  Private Owner

Description

The painting was likely done circa 1873-74 by Millet following his graduation from the Royal Academy in Antwerp, when he moved to Italy for several years and set up a studio in Venice.  During this time he painted a number of paintings from scenes all around the country, including Venice, Naples and Capri. Copy work was a very prevalent technique practiced by artists to expand their skill.

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Provenance:

The painting was owned by family members from Millet’s lifetime. In October 2023,  it was placed for auction through Embassy Auctions International, Kinzers, Pennsylvania, with a presale estimate of $8,000.  The painting was accompanied by a letter from the family detailing the provenance down through the family.  

 

 

 

Research / Publications

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Francis Davis Millet