painting of a man holding a book and a book in his handspainting of an old man holding a book in his hands
ALEXANDRE LANDRE - SEMUR-EN-AUXOIS

13 - ITALY. Late 18th – Early 19th century
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Estimate €2,000 - €3,000
Description
ITALY. Late 18th – Early 19th century Framed embroidered panel. Depiction of Saint Andrew. Also part of a series of Holy Apostles, probably a set of Apostles each with distinctive attributes. Beautiful polychrome H_67 cm W_50 cm Expert: Frank KASSAPIAN Saint Andrew’s face differs from that of Saint Paul; he appears older, with grey hair and a full beard, holding an open book (a symbol of his apostolic calling) and leaning on his X-shaped cross (the Cross of Saint Andrew, associated with his martyrdom). - Expert: Frank KASSAPIAN
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About the sale Collection of the Château de Villebourgeon & others
Auction location
Auction time 10/04/2026 at 2:00 PM
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