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This painting is an old oil painting on a thin wooden panel over canvas, measuring 17 x 14 inches. It features a depiction of a cherubic Christ child, commonly associated with Salvator Mundi iconography, albeit in a more playful and less rigidly formalized composition. The style suggests influence from the Baroque or Rococo period, particularly reminiscent of 17th to early 19th-century European religious artworks. The presence of a green drapery, the child’s serene expression, and the rich, dark background are elements commonly found in religious paintings from this era.

The label on the back bearing the name “John Smith” suggests a connection to a framer or an art dealer from the 17th-19th centuries. Without a signature, it is difficult to attribute this work to a particular artist, though it may have originated from a regional workshop producing devotional paintings for churches or private collectors.

Condition Report:
The painting shows significant age-related wear, including visible surface damage, cracks, and loss of pigment in some areas. The edges appear chipped, and the varnish has darkened, which obscures some finer details. Restoration would be necessary to stabilize the surface and possibly improve visibility of the original colors and details. The wooden support appears aged but intact.