Mathieu-Antoine Xhrouet (Flemish, 1672-1747) View of the Géronstère Fountain

dated and inscribed 'Vue de la fontaine de Geronster, 1733' l.c., bodycolour on vellum, 9 x 14cm; mount 32 x 48cm; unframed, This work is a particularly early view of the spa at Géronstère, famous for its sulphurous spring water used to help treat respiratory diseases. It was established in the, 18th century, although it had been known to some travellers in earlier times. Although the spa town's many hotels and guest houses started to proliferate in the 1750s, one of the spring's most notable early admirers was Tsar Peter the Great, who visited in 1717 to help cure his liver ailments. Condition Report, Condition Report, Stuck down to the mount along the edges. Surface dirt has caused some darkening of the colours. Fine craquelure is beginning to emerge in places. Overall, the work remains in good condition. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

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