After Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, 1577-1640) The lion hunt Oil on panel 15-3/4 x 23-1/4 inches (40.0 x 59.1 cm) PROVENANCE: Estate of Kenneth J. Lane; Cedric Dupont Antiques, West Palm Beach, Florida; Private collection, acquired from the above. The original monumental work, dated 1621, is currently housed in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich. It was the last of a series of five large scale paintings produced between 1615 and 1621, all centered on the hunt, and constitute some of Rubens` most creative, dramatic work. Property from a Palm Beach Collection HID03101062020品相报告: On beveled panel with metal cradling applied to repair a horizontal crack in the upper half of the work. Panel is bowed convexly. A few instances of minor frame abrasion at edges. Slight yellowing to the varnish layer. Surface dirt and dust. Finely patterned craquelure, apparently stabilized beneath the varnish layer. Retouching to the aforementioned crack. Not examined out of frame.Under UV: varnish fluoresces green unevenly and has been selectively cleaned in some areas. Aforementioned retouching to the crack fluoresces. Extensive, finely applied retouching to the sky. Considerable scattered strengthening to the darkest tones of the figures and animals.Framed Dimensions 25 X 32.25 X 2.5 Inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"