Curt Echtermeyer (German/Chile, 1896-1971), also known as Curt Bruckner or Curt Bruckner-Echtermeyer, oil on canvas genre painting titled "The Art Dealer and the Patron." The interior scene depicts two men, one dressed as a Cardinal, both seated in a lavishly appointed study, with paintings lining the walls and objects such as a globe, a clock, and books on tabletops. Signed upper right corner on a painting "C. Bruckner, pinx. "64". Housed in a gilt wood frame. Sight – 19" H x 22 7/8" W. Framed – 22" H x 26" W. Provenance: Consignor's father acquired this painting directly from the artist while stationed in Bamberg, Germany, in 1964. CONDITION: Buckling to canvas noted in the lower left corner, otherwise overall very good condition.