Dramatic Old Master landscape by Jacob Isaacksz van Ruisdael (Haarlem, ~1628-1682). Measures about 20-7/8" x 16-3/4". (In July of 2022, a Ruisdael painting sold at Christies London for just over $4 million.) Provenance: Listed in Hofstede De Groot, Book #4, #253A. Also cataloged in Earl of Radnor collection (Vol. 1, item #166) as having been purchased March 1, 1743, by the first Viscount from Dr. Robert Bragge (London art dealer, 1700-1777). Catalog describes the painting thus: "A forest scene, old gnarled trees leaning over a cascade (center) with rocks (to the left). Grey-blue sky; light on the horizon showing through the trees." Two old papers attached to verso, one in English, the other Dutch. This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.

Vertical split repaired front and back -- a very old repair. See images for more details on condition.