Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Oil on canvas work depicting religious subject St. Anthony of Padua and the infant Jesus of good painterly hand. Exceptional size painting adorned with antique wooden frame, not contemporary, carved and gilded with some signs of time. Work painted within an oval, on canvas and rectangular frame (see photo). Corners of picture nicely painted with decorations (see photo), saint depicted in center of scene with lily, symbol of purity, at his side. Baby Jesus depicted at upper right with winged cherubs at his feet (see photo). Work of good luminosity, ideal for inclusion in an important salon or study, for antiquarians and interior decorators. Painting that has undergone conservation restoration, rintelo, frame replacement and color restoration in several places (see photo). In good condition and in beautiful patina. Light painting H 144.5 x W 112.5 cm.