Null Follower of Jan Siberechts,
Flemish 1627-c.1703-

Travellers resting by a f…
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Follower of Jan Siberechts, Flemish 1627-c.1703- Travellers resting by a fountain, with a country house and mountainous landscape beyond; oil on panel, bears label for 'James Bourlet & Sons' verso, 21.9 x 32.3 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, UK.

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Follower of Jan Siberechts, Flemish 1627-c.1703- Travellers resting by a fountain, with a country house and mountainous landscape beyond; oil on panel, bears label for 'James Bourlet & Sons' verso, 21.9 x 32.3 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, UK.

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