Spanish Old Masters Print Appraisal

Framed Print of 'Las Dos Hermanas' (The Two Sisters) by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo

This item is a framed print, likely a reproduction, of the famous painting 'Las Dos Hermanas' (also known as 'Two Women at a Window' or 'Due Donne alla Finestra') by the Spanish Baroque artist Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. The print depicts two women, one smiling and resting her chin on her hand, looking out from a window, while the other, partially obscured and positioned behind her, lifts a veil to cover her face, possibly in a gesture of amusement or coyness. The color palette of the print appears somewhat muted, with dominant dark tones for the background and lighter, yellowish-cream hues for the women's clothing and skin, particularly highlighted on the smiling woman's arm and bodice. The overall image has a somewhat desaturated, sepia-toned effect, which could be due to age, the printing process, or intentional artistic choice. The print itself shows signs of age, with visible specks and minor discoloration across its surface, suggesting some dust accumulation or foxing. It is housed within a wooden frame, which exhibits a carved or embossed decorative pattern, possibly floral or foliate, along its inner edge. The frame has a warm, medium-brown wood tone and appears to be in relatively good condition, though detailed inspection for chips or cracks is not possible from the image provided. The visible craftsmanship of the frame indicates a traditional style, possibly from the early to mid-20th century. The style of the painting clearly references the Spanish Baroque period, specifically associating with Murillo's known works and themes.