(French, 1775-1847). Oil on canvas. Titled “The Young Fiddler”. Signed lower right. Ducis received a First Class medal in 1808 and he was a student of Jacques-Louis David. Sight size: 29″ x 24 1/2″ wide. In a period carved and gilded frame, possibly original, measuring: 37″ high x 32″ wide. Proceeds from this sale benefit the Providence Art Club. Shows minor areas of inpainting. Frame shows minor losses to gilding.
