Lot 362: Jacob Andries Beschey (Antwerp 1710-1786)

Jacob Andries Beschey (Antwerp 1710-1786)
The Descent from the Cross
signed and dated 'J . Beschij 1735.' (lower right)
oil on panel
66.7 x 52.1 cm.

For approximately 100 years in the family of the present owners.

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After the original painting by Sir Peter Paul Rubens in the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp.