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English School c. 1880 Oil, Original Frame- A Victorian Lady And Her Sewing Box

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A very fine example of English Victorian portraiture, this depiction of a finely dressed woman is of excellent quality. The sitter is depicted in the typical Victorian mourning style dress with lace cuffs, collar and bonnet. She sports a fine gold and jet brooch at her neck and holds a cuff that she is crocheting in her lap. Her sewing box stands open on a cloth covered table with bobbins and a pin cushion displayed in front. She has an endearing face with a timid, uncertain smile and softly flushed cheeks. The painting is unsigned and handsomely presented in its original 19th Century gilt frame with laurel and berry strap work and a fluted cove. On canvas.
  • Creation Year:
    Unknown
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44.49 in (113 cm)Width: 36.82 in (93.5 cm)
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  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. Inspection under UV light reveals some areas of restoration. there is some craquelure to the surface. there is very minor slack to the canvas a the upper edge.
  • Gallery Location:
    Corsham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: rp7911stDibs: LU881312184652
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