Early 20th-Century French School, Rosary Maker In Lourdes medium such as Claude Lorrain and

such as Claude Lorrain and Nicolas Poussin

The portrait is housed within what appears to be its original frame

The canvas is formed of thick woven linen as is typical for the 18th century

The second phase was completed in 1955

Early 20th-Century French School, Rosary Maker In Lourdes medium such as Claude Lorrain andAn early 20th century oil on canvas depicting a rosary maker working on a street in Loudres, France. Its been painted quickly with broad brushstrokes and feels impressionistic in its style. Perhaps the artist sat with this gentleman for a while as he painted the scene. Loudres is an area steeped in religious significance and rosary makers are a common sight throughout this winding ancient town. Every year thousands of pilgrims travel here to visit the