Original chromolithograph depicting a fortune teller reading the palm of a young woman. A second woman seated next to her appears to be lending moral support. Some playing cards lie on the floor at their feet. Signed and dated lower left. Original repainted gold wood frame from the French Restoration period.
Artist: Émile Desmaisons (1812-1880).
Signed and dated in lower left corner.
Medium: Chromolithography on paper.
Condition: Very good condition.
Dimensions: 37 x 31 cm. / 14 ½ x 12 ¼ in.
Frame: 48 x 42 cm. / 19 x 16 ¼ in. Gilt wood, very good condition.
Origin: France.