Christian Klaus, The Debtor autumn a huge 18th-century wall-hanging spans

a huge 18th-century wall-hanging spans much of the view

Could it be a portrait of the artist’s father or husband

Overall size: 16” x 13” / 41cm x 33cmYear of creation: 1979Provenance: FranceCondition: Very good with no issues

Areas of craquelure and a few abrasions

The paint is hazy and impressionistic with the street lamps providing the only clarity

Christian Klaus, The Debtor autumn a huge 18th-century wall-hanging spansA fine late 19th century oil on canvas by German painter, Christian Klaus (1843 1893). A seated older gentleman is clutching a letter while his wife counts through a pile of small coins. Another gentleman, presumably a debt collector, stands alongside them and leans on the window sill. Its a painting that reveals a deeper significance when you consider the abundance of symbolism. For instance, note how the composition is designed to give priority to