Found on the Reverse of a Canvas Painting
Hi All! I am trying to decipher the text found on the back of an 18th c. painting. For context it is a portrait of a woman. When I reverse image search the painting, the internet suggests several possibilities for her identity. I am hoping that by deciphering what is written on the back of the stretcher I can determine the artist's initial intention.
If it helps I can include the possible identities, but I wanted to see if there were any unbiased thoughts first. The only part I can 100% make out it "wife to" in the second line left side.
Thank you to all who take a look and share their thoughts!
u/Megmakesart — 4 days ago