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William Drummond (artist)
William Drummond, Portrait Of Two Sisters, Watercolour

c. 1860

About the Item

This beautiful portrait by British artist William Drummond (act.1800-1860) depicts two sisters within an interior. It’s a charming glimpse into the lives of these young women. Dressed in the latest fashions of the 1860s, with hair patiently styled into side coils, they hold a loving pose. The seated sister rests her right arm on a side table and holds a sketchbook on her lap. It appears to display a coastal scene in watercolour - perhaps she’s a keen artist. It’s tempting to wonder whether she added any embellishments to the colouring. Framed and glazed. Established in 2017, Brave Fine Art is a premier English art dealership based in Cheltenham with clients including national galleries and country estates. Our team includes a conservator, logistics specialist and art historian. Over 1,000 paintings have been transported to the US and Canada safely. Our aim is to price fairly from the start and continually evolve the collection. Around 40 new discoveries are added every month. If you have any questions at all, we’d love to hear from you.
  • Creator:
    William Drummond (artist) (British)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1860
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Artwork presents well.
  • Gallery Location:
    Cheltenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2328211651392
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