▲ Antoine Bouvard (French, 1875-1957) The Grand Canal, Venice, looking towards the Piazzetta and the Doge's Palace signed 'Marc Aldine' l.r., oil on canvas 37 x 54cm Provenance: With Gladwell & Patterson, London. Antoine Bouvard often used the name Marc Aldine, coined after his time in Venice. It is thought that 'Bouvard' was a name chosen for the English market while 'Aldine' was used for the French. Condition Report: Framed: 53 x 70cm A vertical thread mark running the length of the canvas 6cm from the left edge visibly raised from the surface, which however appears to be original rather condition issue. A very slight undulation to the canvas in the bottom right corner. Not examined under UV light. For full report, please contact the department.

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