PANEL FABRIC THREAD EMBROIDERED INDIA XX EME FILS D GOLD INDIA ELEPHANT PEARL GLASS A4100 This oil on canvas was produced by Paolo Stirrat between 1950 AND 1960. Paolo Stirrat was an active Sardinian artist from the 1930s to the 1970s. This artist has a strong base and growing followers, including a Facebook page created by fans of his work. His technique is described as medium to light impasto, and he often used a palette knife in place of a paintbrush. Stirrat often used Anco Bilt stretcher frames (available 1940s-1970s) and multi-layered frames made of ivory canvas glued to pine wood, surrounded by an outer pine wood frame. These exterior frames were often hand carved. Artist / Info: Born in Cagliari, island of Sardinia, son of a farmer who grew lemons and oranges. Always fascinated by the shores of the Mediterranean where he could observe the boats and be part of the sea. He embarked on art and began to sell his drawings to tourists. He traveled in the 1940s, and was confirmed to have been in New Zealand in 1941. This oil represents a probably Mediterranean fishing port specialty of the artist, it is a knife work done with a mastered technique, the colors remained fresh, the work is in good condition. Note slight friction and small stains. The frame is in light wood of good quality. Sold uncleaned as found. For the state thank you for detailing the photos. Do not hesitate to zoom. The photos are an integral part of the description. Dimensions: Frame Height: 70 cm Width: 59 cm Thickness: 3.2 cm Oil Height: 59 cm Width: 49 cm I remain at your disposal for any questions.