oil on canvas Dimensions: 66,5 x 78 cm signed and dated lower right "J. Jira 52" verso painting „study of the forest“   Provenance: significant collection of prominent Czech surgeon (purchased directly in the studio of Josef Jira)  Very rare early work of the author.  Consulted with Professor Jaromir Zemina, Dr Jiri Machalicky, Aneta Kopecka and Vladimir Lekes. Confirmation of authenticity attached.