Navone, Edoardo (Italian, 1844-1912) Watercolor on paper of a cardinal, reading a letter. Signed lower left. With the original period frame. 
Weight:approx. 15lbs Italian painter Edoardo Navone was born in Rome in 1844. While he was older, he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, where he perfected his realistic style of painting using mainly watercolors. The subjects he painted mainly were rustic scenes of the Roman countryside with realism every day around Italy. 
Measurements: approx. Stand: Painting: 14 inches x 21 inches. Frame: 21 inches x 27.5 inches 
Condition: the painting seems to be in excellent condition. No sign of harm within the framework of transparency. Some wear and signs of aging, on the border of golden wood.