Ancient 17th century painting, the parable of the unfaithful farmer

COD: 10297

Ancient Italian painting from the 64th century. Oil on canvas work depicting a particular religious subject, the Parable of the Unfaithful Farmer. Once upon a time there was a farmer who fraudulently managed his master's assets. Before being fired he tries to recover part of the credits by making significant discounts to the creditors, who will be grateful to him. The master, instead of condemning this behavior which is to his detriment, praises the farmer's cunning. This story is intended to push believers to do everything necessary before the imminent arrival of the Kingdom of God and its judgment. Painting that develops vertically adorned with a non-coeval sculpted, lacquered and gilded wooden frame. Work that focuses on the characters in the foreground, patina that does not allow a perfect view of the architecture and the view to the left (see photo), painting to be cleaned. Painting that has undergone conservative restoration, relining, replacement of the frame and restoration of color in some places (see photo). In fair condition with several signs of aging. To be restored. Painting light H 49 x W XNUMX cm.