Trompe L'Oeil Painting Crucifixion Memento Mori

A painting of a framed painting of the crucifixion of Christ employing trompe l’oeil technique creating the optical illusion of three-dimensionality. The painting is executed in the style of the Baroque style with the dramatic lighting and dark background. The inclusion of the skull and crossbones in a traditional memento more, a reminder of mortality.??The work is executed on fibre-board making it likely early 20th century. Illegibly signed on the bottom right corner. Approx. 9 x 15.75 inches. Provenance: Estate in Grand Combe Chateleu, France.

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