Oil on panel, unsigned, circa 1800, presented in an antique mahogany frame with gilt filet.

DOA 22 7/8 x 18 3/8 in.

Acquired by the consignor's father from Castano Gallery in Boston, circa 1966 (accompanied by the collector's typewritten note)

A charming scene featuring a man in his wrapping gown conversing with a young boy over art books in a domestic interior.

Faint craquelure and varnish degradation; minor scattered chipping to frame.