I’ve given up trying. It’s too small and not entire. The first one is easy enough to value. The second one is just interesting
I'm not really going to buy and sell antiques bud. I liked them and recognised the Pryce one so, I bought it. The second one is interesting.
Here is my daughter Holly’s favourite painting joke she thinks its hilarious Why did the bald man paint rabbits on his head? Because from a distance, they looked like hare. Holly get your coat on
This website (one of a few) identifies signatures by just a few letters. Google art signature finder and you’ll get a few similar. . If it’s worth zillions I’m expecting the usual 10%... http://www.signaturefinder.com/
The 2nd one is extremely well done. I can’t quite capture it in a photo. The sealant is crazing and the board and frame have seen better days, but it is a very well done painting. I’m guessing it’s Tuscany. Sadly, you will have to take my word for it.
A cotton bud with a bit of spit lightly rub the area you want to see it’s is the recognised method , varnish removal should be done either by professional or using step by step method , my grandad and my uncle could both restore paintings and my grandad used to hand paint / colour black and white photos too .
did you expect any other...? though it's reminded me that i'm long overdue a re -watch of The Rebel nefertiti at the watering hole
I thought I'd helped them through a difficult uncultured patch in their lives. Clearly I failed. R M Crompton is the best guess so far, btw.